why do quad engine boats not perform?

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12-20-2014, 03:24 PM

stimleck

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why do quad engine boats not perform?

There are a handful of Nortechs and I believe there was one at the shootout but they dont beat the twins, for that matter neither do the triples.
Why is this?

12-20-2014, 04:31 PM

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I have no real expierence, and the people that actually know the answer don't participate on OSO.....and I don't blame them.

Weight
Drive drag
Improper center of gravity

12-20-2014, 04:38 PM

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trip's get you home faster then twins if one breaks

12-20-2014, 04:57 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by stimleck

There are a handful of Nortechs and I believe there was one at the shootout but they dont beat the twins, for that matter neither do the triples.
Why is this?

1) Power to weight ratio.
2) Hydrodynamic drag.
3) Difficulty in synchronization.

But they're cool. Sort of. In their own way.