Saildrive – from Volvo Penta
The Saildrive was introduced by Volvo Penta in 1973. Today's models have all of the original benefits, plus a number of new ones you won't find anywhere else, making it the most comfortable and safe package for sailboats.
- Robust design with proven operating reliability.
- A single rubber insulated gland (= Low noise and minimal vibration)
- Large selection of propellers available
- Saildrive can be installed with engine facing either forward or rear.
Patented folding propellers
Volvo Penta's patented 2-,3- and 4-blade folding propellers give you low drag while sailing, but all the thrust of a fixed propeller – both forward and reverse. The range covers engine outputs from 5 to 120 hp.