Python Drive P501-L Complete Shaft Drive System – for 3:1 Reverse Coupling, Shaft Diameter 60–80 mm, Max Torque 4900 Nm, Max Thrust 45 kN
The Python Drive P501-L Complete Shaft Drive System is designed for marine propulsion installationsrequiring high torque capacity and strong thrust management. The system is compatible with a3:1 reverse coupling and suitable for engines up to420 HP at 1900 RPM.
The drive unit supports shaft diameters from 60 to 80 mm and incorporates amaintenance-free CV joint drive shaft together with a large thrust bearing assembly.This configuration transfers propeller thrust smoothly to the hull while allowing the propeller shaftto rotate evenly even when operating at unequal shaft angles.
Key Features
- Product Number: P501-L
- Brand: Python
- Sales Unit: 1 piece
- Compatible with: 3:1 reverse coupling
- Suitable engine power: up to 420 HP at 1900 RPM
- Shaft diameter range: 60–80 mm
- Variable shaft diameter: Yes
- Maintenance-free CV joint drive shaft
- Large thrust bearing assembly designed to transfer propeller thrust to the hull
Technical Specifications
| Model | P501-L |
|---|---|
| EAN Code | 8720193046006 |
| Shaft Diameter Range | 60–80 mm |
| Compatible Coupling | 3:1 reverse coupling |
| Suitable Engine Output / Speed | 420 HP / 1900 RPM |
| Maximum Torque | 4900 Nm |
| Maximum Thrust | 45 kN |
| Homokinetic / CV Joint Diameter | 191.8 mm |
| Pitch Circle Diameter | 165 mm |
| Variable Shaft Diameter | Yes |
| Sales Unit | 1 piece |
System Design
- Maintenance-free CV joint drive shaft
- Large thrust bearing with rubber suspension for thrust absorption
- Designed to maintain constant propeller shaft rotation even at unequal angles
- Reduced axial drive reactions between engine and propeller shaft
- Complete installation set including adapter flange, drive shaft, thrust bearing unit, bolts, nuts, lock washers, and rubber elements
Typical Applications
- Yachts
- Sloops
- Workboats
- Marine propulsion systems with shaft diameters between 60 and 80 mm








