Azimuth thruster for ships : Z-drive (retractable)
TALLERES BLANCHADELL, S.L.
From the transversal thruster of 200 HP we have developed a azimutal and retractile propeller with 380 º of swing angle, provided with a Kort nozzle that generates an approximate push of 2000 Kg. Is lodged inside a enclosure in the keel and descends by means a telescopic column in the moment to work, being folded to the interior of the hull when it has finished his function. Designed specially for purse seine fishing boats, it allows to improve very notably the fishing manoeuvres and the performances in comparison with the conventional transversal thrusters.
