Zeus® Pod Drive System

An unparalleled level of safety, control & boating enjoyment

The single units of the Zeus® Pod Drive System can be steered independently. The amount of each pod's thrust can be varied as required, thanks to a special mechanism which is electronically controlled. This means much smoother and accurate maneuverability.

Because the thrust from the Zeus® Pod Drive System is horizontal, the full power of the engines is available to drive the boat forward, unlike a standard inboard shaft arrangement which tends to push the bow down.

The hydrodynamic shape of the Zeus® Pod Drive System creates much less drag than a shaft, strut and rudder. By locating the propellers facing aft, there is less form drag.

Counter-rotating propellers eliminate rotational losses produce no side forces and minimize cavitation. In addition, the increased blade area permits larger gear ratios to be used.

® Zeus and Skyhook are Registered Trademarks of Mercury Marine

Function & Benefit

The Zeus® Pod Drive System is a complete package with integrated exhaust, engine cooling system, trim-tabs, steering, throttle and shift controls. It therefore requires significantly less time to install, compared to conventional inboards or other pod systems. Naturally, all materials in contact with seawater are either bronze or stainless steel, with high corrosion resistance.

Benefit

Up to: 30% improved fuel economy
15% faster cruising speed
15% faster top speed

Safer by Design
If the pod drive strikes underwater debris, aft-facing propellers are protected by the pod gearcase and skeg. In addition, by mounting the Zeus® Pod Drive System in a tunnel, the torpedo shape of the drive is the same depth as the keel. Most floating objects will be deflected downward by the keel and skeg, and therefore, away from the propellers. Should the pod hit a substantial object, the skeg is designed to shear below the torpedo, minimizing damage to the drive and hence, costly repair bills!

Skyhook® Electronic Anchor
Envision pulling up to a busy fuel dock, tending your lines and fenders yourself without having to constantly operate the controls! Imagine fishing a jetty on your own, without ever moving the helm! At the touch of a button, the Skyhook Electronic AnchorTM maintains the boat on a fixed heading within a tight area, even in strong currents and windy conditions.

Clear, Quiet and Comfortable
Because the Zeus® Pod Drive System uses counterrotating supports, gear noise and vibration are significantly reduced, resulting in a quiet, comfortable ride. The engine exhaust is nearly eliminated by venting through the propeller hubs so that the water flow takes it far back into the wake.

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