4 vs 3

[georgiaboy]

all other facters disregarded is there any advantage or disadvantage of a 4 blade prop over a 3?????

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: 4 vs 3

Typically slower at the same engine height, but can be faster with higher mount.

Chinewalk greatly reduced.

Faster holeshot.

Look cooler! 8)

 

[Silvertip]

Re: 4 vs 3

Forgot to mention that they cost more!

 

[mole2]

Re: 4 vs 3

As mentioned before a four blade will have faster hole shot due to more bite. It also affords better low end control. The three blade will usually have a higher WOT speed. In some instances the four blade will also increase the WOT speed over the three blade though it's not the norm.

 

[JUSTINTIME]

Re: 4 vs 3

best people to talk to is the propgods.com

 

[walleyehed]

Re: 4 vs 3

Personally, knowing the type, number and conditions in which Dhadley has tested props, it would be hard to find more "actual" knowledge...maybe he'll catch this..

 

[kp913]

Re: 4 vs 3

The biggest advantages of a 4 bladed propeller are holeshot and better cruising speeds.