Max-Prop has been offering feathering propellers since the 1970s. Propellers with many advantages for sailing, designed for sailboats.
On a sailboat, the quest for performance aims to eliminate anything that can slow down the boat. Underwater, one of the main sources of drag is the propeller. To address this issue, companies have developed folding propellers.
Max-Prop is one of the leaders in feathering propellers. Since its launch in the 1970s, Max-Prop propellers have been found on both racing sailboats and cruising boats.
It is the combination of unmatched reverse performance, forward performance with minimal drag under sail, and unquestionable reliability that have made Max-Prop a sought-after and recognized propeller.
Feathering propeller: Low drag
Under sail, the Max-Prop improves your boat’s performance by about 15%, especially in light winds. On a heavy boat, if you have a fixed propeller, you will rediscover the sensations and pleasure of sailing under sail with the MAX PROP. This improvement is particularly noticeable in light winds. On a heavy boat with a fixed propeller, you will regain the sensations and pleasure of sailing with your Max-Prop.
Reverse efficiency
The Max-Prop is renowned for its reverse performance, offering 80% more efficiency than a fixed propeller. With a 180° blade rotation in less than one shaft revolution, the Max-Prop is as effective in reverse as it is in forward gear.
Reliability
The “differential” design used by Max-Prop ensures the safety and proper operation of the blades in all circumstances. It is this reliability that has earned Max-Prop its reputation and success among an overwhelming majority of sailors.
Like all Max-Prop propellers, the pitch is adjustable to optimize your boat’s performance. It is the performance, reliability, and the ability to adjust the pitch that have contributed to the undisputed success of Max-Prop.