Here’s an interesting idea, a test mule propeller speed reduction unit. A very wide belt tension adjustment range allows the installation of almost any drive pulley diameter, thus many different reduction ratios (and matching propellers) can be test flown without major modification.
A similar system with a limited adjustment range may be available at a later date.












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