7 | Speed in knots required | ||||||||
2000 | Max prop shaft rpm | ||||||||
709 | desired speed expressed as feet per minute. | ||||||||
0.35 | desired speed divided by max prop shaft rpm to give prop feet per minute. | ||||||||
4.25 | Theoretical required prop pitch in inches. | ||||||||
46.18% | Estimated prop slip at required top speed. | ||||||||
0.93 | Wake Factor | ||||||||
7 | Required prop pitch for top speed. | ||||||||