Arneson Surface Drive benefits

Speed 15-30% over conventional systems Fuel efficency 15-30% increase over conv.systems Low maintenance requirements Maintenance simplicity Shallow water capabilities Less vibrations/smoother running conditions

Ability to change props in water Reduces underwater appendage drag up to 50% Ability to adjust prop submergence Hardware operates in protected area Greater flexibility of engine placement

Propulsion Differences
Conventional Prop Arneson

Cavitation Appendage Drag Propeller limitations due to prop tip clearance Overall, conventional prop (alone) more efficient, BUT

Ventilation reduces vibrations 50% reduction in hull, or appendage drag Trimmability allows variation of propeller geometry Arneson system 15 to 30% more efficient

Water Jets?
More closely related to surface drives, both

need similar hull forms Impeller limitations due to housing size; increased displacement, could mean larger jet Dirty water can foul, or clog, intake Less efficient at speeds over 40 knots

Efficiency Comparison
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Prop Zone

Water Jet Zone

Surface Drive Zone

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0 0 MPH 20 MPH 30 MP PROP W. JET 40 MPH S. DRIVE 50 MPH 60 MPH