Kawasaki Rexpeller
360° azimuth propulsion unit with controllable- or fixed-pitch propeller, up to 6,500 kW.
The Rexpeller is Kawasaki's steerable azimuth propulsion unit and can be fitted with either a controllable-pitch or a fixed-pitch propeller. It is rated up to 6,500 kW and offered in L-drive and Z-drive configurations. This entry lists it within Kawasaki's propeller business. See the azimuth thruster entry for the full range.
Specifications
- Power kW max
- 6,500
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