Propeller & performance

Prop Slip Calculator

Calculate propeller slip from engine RPM, gear ratio, propeller pitch and GPS speed recorded during your sea trial.

Understand your propeller slip.

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Your inputs

For a 2:1 gear ratio, enter 2. Check your gearcase manual.
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Your result

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Slip is not propeller efficiency. A negative result calls for checking the inputs. Calculated pitch is theoretical, not a manufacturer-approved propeller recommendation.

Useful answers

Which gear ratio should I enter?

Engine RPM divided by propeller RPM. For a 2:1 ratio, enter 2. Check your gearcase documentation.

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