IPS Triple Installation
Volvo Penta's new drive system with forward-facing propellers and steerable drive units is now available as a triple installationThe IPS (Inboard Performance System) has rapidly gained success in the marine industry.
Combined with the new joystick, the customer gains a unique boating experience.
To date, the drive system has only existed as twin installations, but now Volvo is offering multiple combinations.
This means that Volvo Penta IPS can be delivered to increasingly larger boats, from 50ft and upwards. There is no difference to the driver if the boat is powered by two or more drive units. Throttle and shifting are the same as a twin installation – the rest is handled electronically. No additional controls are needed.
Volvo says that boats with multiple systems can also use the joystick for docking and manoeuvring in tight spots.
The Italian 56-footer, Absolute, is the first boat in Europe to be launched with triple Volvo Penta IPS units. The Absolute 56, which debuted at the Cannes boat show, has been equipped with three IPS600 units that provide the boat with power equivalent to about 1,800hp.
Fuel consumption and noise levels are claimed to be lower than for comparable boats with a traditional shaft installation and top speed is approximately 40kt.
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