REFLECTOR: O-540 Propeller

[Scott Derrick]

Gordon,

68x88

Best cruise numbers are 180 KTAS at 2600 RPM, 10 GPH

Scott


-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: O-540 Propeller
From: Gordon Putney <cgputney at gmail.com>
To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list <reflector at tvbf.org>
Date: 10/29/2012 05:16 AM

> Scott,
> What is the year, dia. and pitch of your Catto, plus please share any speed, RPM, fuel burn numbers.
> Thanks,
> Gordon Putney
>
> On Oct 28, 2012, at 8:45 PM, Scott Derrick wrote:
>
>> Steve,
>>
>> 	I have a Catto on my Standard RG with a IO520. Its a bullet proof prop that has great cruise speeds.
>>
>> 	The only down side is the longer takeoff rolls. Some hate it some it doesn't bother them...
>>
>> 	With any fixed pitch prop you do have to pay more attention to loading and runway length in the summer time at really short fields or DA situations.
>>
>> 	The cost of purchase and maintenance is greatly reduced. The peace of mind knowing that it is almost indestructible is priceless.
>>
>> Scott
>>
>> -------- Original Message --------
>> Subject: REFLECTOR: O-540 Propeller
>> From: Steve B <steve_beilby at yahoo.com.au>
>> To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list <reflector at tvbf.org>
>> Date: 10/27/2012 09:46 PM
>>
>>> I have replaced the Franklin in my Elite (longwing) RG, with an O-540.
>>> Expect about 250HP.
>>>
>>> On the Franklin, I had an MT prop - great performance, but the blades
>>> were fragile.
>>> Anyway the MT had a different bolt pattern for the Franklin so won't fit
>>> the 540.
>>>
>>> So now I'm looking for a new prop:
>>> Given the additional weight of the 540 over the Franklin, prop weight is
>>> important;
>>> The 540 gives an extra ~30HP over the Franklin so maybe a fixed pitch prop?
>>> I'd like something a bit more robust (and less expensive) than the MT.
>>> 2 blade Vs 3 blade?
>>>
>>> Anyone flying with an O-540 ?
>>>
>>> Catto? Prince? etc.....
>>>
>>> Recommendations / suggestions / experience all welcome please.
>>>
>>> Steve
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