Gori folding prop. 24x18x3LH for 45mm ISO shaft

The 3-bladed Gori Folding propeller was launched in 1994 and in the same year won the DAME Award and HISWA Award as the best new marine product. The 3-bladed Gori Folding propeller marks a technological and functional advance in the development of propellers for sailing yachts. Now both larger sailing yachts and Motorsailers can achieve the speed advantages of the Folding propeller under sail combined with the thrust of the Fixed propeller under Motor. The unique design of the Gori 3-blade Folding propeller creates excellent thrust forward and the rotation of the blades means that the same force is also achieved in reverse, i.e. more power and better maneuvering characteristics than with almost all other propellers. 'Overdrive' function The "Overdrive" function of the 3-blade Gori Folding propeller adds a new dimension to sailing under Motor. The helmsman can change the pitch and profile of the Propeller when moving forward. This is regulated via the single-lever control of the Boats, without the use of sensitive hydraulics or complicated mechanics. The "Overdrive" is used under Motor in calm weather or Motors under sail. The overdrive gives the same speed at a lower Speed. This means less engine noise, less vibration and reduced fuel consumption. The function is simple. To switch from normal forward to "overdrive", change from neutral to reverse, the boat must move clearly backwards, then switch back to forward. To get from "Overdrive" back to normal forward, Changeover switch to neutral, propeller folds up, switch back to forward. The "Overdrive" function and the turning of the propeller when maneuvering is unique and distinguishes the Gori 3 blade Folding propeller from all other propellers. Suitable for Motor circuits from 7kW (10hp) - 221kW(300hp) Folding propellers were previously mainly reserved for small and medium-sized sailing yachts with relatively low engine power. Now available for Motors over 300hp. Large sailing yachts and motor sailors can now also benefit from the special advantages of the Gori 3-blade propeller. The result of the special design of the Gori propeller is a minimum of noise and vibration, which is often a problem with flat-bladed propellers. The 3-blade Gori Folding propeller is available in diameters from 15" to 30" for Standard Wave systems and 15" to 20" for Saildrive systems. Advantage under sail The low profile when folded results in the lowest drag of all 3-blade folding and rotary blade propellers. Independent tests have proven this effect. This results in an increase in boat speed under sail. This increase in speed increases the overall value of your Boats. Why sail slowly? The shape of the folding propeller prevents seaweed, plastic bags and other flotsam from sticking to it when sailing and causing the propeller to open. Hydraulic gearboxes can therefore dispense with the expensive installation of a shaft brake without jeopardizing the durability of the gearbox. Performance under Motor Tests by leading yachting magazines and other independent organizations have shown that the 3rd blade Gori Folding propeller has a significantly higher efficiency in forward ( +15% ) and reverse ( +15% ) compared to other folding or rotary blade propellers. This high efficiency is due to the special curvature and rotation of the propeller blades. Rotary blade propellers have a flat blade design, which means that the thrust under Motor is not optimized. Professional quality Gori Propeller has been the market leader in the design and development of folding propellers for over 25 years. The 3rd blade Gori Folding propeller underlines the technical lead in this field. Only high-quality materials such as Nibral and Stainless steel are used. Gori Propeller has maintained its leadership in design, quality and durability for over 25 years. For more and more of the leading designers, yachtyards and regatta sailors, the Gori Folding propeller is the first choice. All Gori Propellers are numbered for quality assurance and future service.