Description
Turning Point Hustler Aluminum Prop R1-1013 | Boat Supply Store
For boaters demanding enhanced top-end velocity and responsive mid-range acceleration on pontoons, fishing boats, RIBs, and tiller configurations with 6-75hp outboards, this propeller delivers.
Key Features
- Squeeze Cast for superior strength over traditional die-cast aluminum
- Ultracoat™ Finish provides exceptional corrosion resistance and durability
- Increased Speed rivaling stainless steel options
- Improved Handling for better boat control
- Optimized Hole Shot for quicker planing
- Large Free Flowing Exhaust Ports prevent backpressure
- 3-Blade Design balances speed and acceleration
- Stainless Steel Performance at an aluminum price point
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Turning Point Propellers |
| Model | Hustler R1-1013 |
| Rotation | Right Hand |
| Blade Count | 3 |
| Diameter | 10.125" |
| Pitch | 13" |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Manufacturing Process | Squeeze Casting |
| Finish | Ultracoat™ Powder Coated |
| Exhaust | Large Free Flowing Ports |
| Gearcase Compatibility | 2.5", 3", and 3.5" gearcases |
| Outboard Horsepower Range | 6-75hp |
Who This Is For
Boaters operating mid-range horsepower pontoons, fishing boats, RIBs, and tiller boats requiring improved speed and handling. This propeller is ideal for those with 6-75hp outboards featuring 2.5", 3", or 3.5" gearcases.
How It Compares
| Feature | Turning Point Hustler Aluminum Prop R1-1013 | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Process | Squeeze Casting | Die-Cast |
| Blade Stiffness | High | Typically less capable |
| Performance Potential | Stainless Steel Performance | Standard Aluminum Performance |
| Corrosion Resistance (Finish) | Ultracoat™ Powder Coated Finish | Standard Paint/Coating |
| Exhaust Flow Area | 40% More than Competitors | Typically less capable |
Common Concerns Answered
Why does this propeller require a separate hub kit?
The Hustler series is designed with a universal hub system, allowing for a single propeller to fit a wide range of outboard engines. This necessitates the purchase of a specific hub kit for proper installation and optimal performance with your engine's gearcase.
Will this propeller perform exactly like a stainless steel prop?
The Turning Point Hustler propeller utilizes Squeeze Casting technology and advanced blade geometry to achieve performance characteristics typically found in stainless steel propellers, such as increased speed and better handling, at an aluminum price point. While it offers significant performance gains over standard aluminum props, it is still an aluminum propeller and may not match the absolute durability or speed potential of a premium stainless steel option.
Is the price of this propeller significantly higher than basic aluminum options?
While the initial cost may be higher than the most basic die-cast aluminum propellers, the Turning Point Hustler R1-1013 offers a superior value proposition due to its advanced Squeeze Casting manufacturing, resulting in enhanced strength, durability, and performance characteristics that exceed standard aluminum propellers, thereby providing a better long-term investment for your vessel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pitch and diameter of the Turning Point Hustler R1-1013 propeller?
The Turning Point Hustler R1-1013 propeller features a 10.125" diameter and a 13" pitch.
What horsepower engines is this Turning Point propeller designed for?
This propeller is designed for outboard engines ranging from 6 to 75 horsepower.
What type of boats is the Turning Point Hustler R1-1013 propeller best suited for?
It is best suited for mid-range horsepower pontoons, fishing boats, RIBs, and tiller boats.
What is Squeeze Casting technology and how does it benefit this propeller?
Squeeze Casting is a manufacturing process that forces molten aluminum into a die under high pressure, creating a denser, stronger, and less porous propeller than traditional die-casting. This process provides added strength and improved performance characteristics to the Hustler propeller.
Does this propeller come with a hub kit?
No, a separate hub kit must be purchased for installation, as this propeller utilizes a universal hub system designed for broad engine compatibility.
