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Gori 20x15x3LH Folding Propeller – 3-Blade, Ø20", Pitch 15", Left-Hand, for Sail Drive SD40-60
The Gori 20x15x3LHS-SD40-60 folding propeller is a high-performance 3-blade solution for sail drives, introduced in 1994 and awarded the prestigious DAME and HISWA Awards. It represents a major step forward in propulsion technology for larger sailing yachts and motor sailers.
Key Features
- Diameter: Ø20"
- Pitch: 15"
- Blades: 3-blade, folding design
- Rotation: Left-hand (LH)
- Drive Type: Sail Drive SD40-60
- Engine Range: 7 kW (10 hp) to 221 kW (300 hp)
- Material: Nibral or stainless steel
Performance Advantages
- Overdrive Function: Enables pitch adjustment during forward motion using a single lever
- Efficiency: +15% in forward and reverse compared to conventional folding or feathering propellers
- Drag: Low-profile design reduces drag and increases speed under sail
- Noise/Vibration: Curved blade design minimizes vibration and noise
- Debris Protection: Blade geometry prevents fouling by seaweed or plastic
Sail Drive Integration
The Gori Sail Drive version includes a flexible hub core that acts as a shock absorber and electrically isolates the propeller from the sail drive unit, as required by engine manufacturers. Designed to fit popular sail drives including Bukh, Sonic, Volvo-Penta, and Yanmar.
Proven Reliability
Backed by over 25 years of technical development, Gori folding propellers are manufactured from premium-grade materials and each unit is individually numbered for traceability and future service. Preferred by yacht builders, designers, and racing teams worldwide, Gori remains a leader in folding propeller innovation.
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