Boat V-drive propulsion system
Walter Machine

Walter V-Drives are precision gear drives which allow inboard engines to be placed in the stern (rear) of a boat for greater safety, better handling, increased space, reduced drag, lower bow rise, shallower draft and less maintenance. The simple rugged design -- made in the USA -- has been proven in service for more than 50 years.

The Walter V-Drive enables the propeller to be tucked under the hull in front of the rudder (below left) -- instead of hanging off the stern next to the swim platform as with a sterndrive or inboard/outboard (below right). This safety feature is important on small recreational runabouts designed for the water sports enthusiast and his / her family, especially with an inexperienced captain or small children.