Fury drives prop technology to new limits

Coming in at 24, 25 and 26in pitch options, Fury propellers have been created for sports-lovers and competitive fishers - people who demand performance - said the manufacturer.

"Our exclusive X7 stainless steel alloy is 30 per cent stronger than conventional stainless steel and four times more durable, so the designers have been able to make new rules," said Mercury's national parts and accessories manager, Mick Hall.

"That amazing strength means the blades on a Fury propeller are much thinner but actually stronger than standard and the results are clear," he said.

Mercury Propellers said testing has shown Fury propellers versus standard stainless steel props with the same pitch deliver: 12 per cent better acceleration from 0 to 30kmh; and, 2.2kmh faster top speed.

Last year, Mercury Propellers said it used the X7 alloy to create the Enertia range of props which have been taken up by boat lovers around the world, and that technology has now been extended to the Fury.

"Our Enertia range goes up to a pitch of 22 inches, so Fury has been created to take over from there," said Hall.

"As the name indicates, Fury propellers are for those boaties running bigger engines - 200hp or more in twin or triple rigs, where performance is everything," he said.

But it's not just about performance said Mercury Propellers, the Fury story is also about longevity.

"With X7 being four times more durable than regular stainless steel, you can be confident a Fury propeller is going to deliver for a long time," said Hall.

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