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| Originally Posted by elsupremo I'll hope that some of this technology will make its way into yachts a bit smaller and significantly less expensive.  |
Since 2005 the IPS system has been delivered to more than 40 boat manufacturers if I recall right. Mainly as twin installations where otherwise shafts should have been used. Boats are in sizes from 35 to 45 feet.
However, in a size under 45 feet I think the Duoprop is usually a better option if it can be installed. This is probably why Volvo Penta is now offering systems of 2-3-4 or more IPS drives for larger boats. Now you have got the new IPS/600 and I expect even more powerful engines in the future.