Rolls-Royce azimuthing pulling propeller, type Azipull®,
is a low drag, high efficient pulling thruster. It combines
the advantage of the pulling propeller with the flexibility
of using any type of drive to suit the customer’s
specific requirement. The Azipull is designed for continuous
service speed up to 24 knots, whilst maintaining excellent
manoeuvrability as no rudder is required.
The Azipull pulling propeller is suitable for a wide
variety of applications.
Features and benefits
- Superior manoeuvrability and low drag
- Simple and robust construction
- Low noise and vibration levels
- Available in CP or FP propeller options
- Flexibility to use almost any type of drive
- High operational reliability and easy maintenance
- State of the art control systems
- Excellent fuel efficiency
Internally it has a purely mechanical drive system
based on proven technology, using bevel gears at the
top and bottom of the leg. Power is fed to the unit
through a horizontal input shaft within the hull, and
the unit incorporates its own steering motors for azimuthing.
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