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The propeller would induce more drag if it was locked. Keep it spinning and you will lessen the drag

Q: As a twin engine boat moves through the water with one engine stopped does the idle propeller induce more drag when stopped or when free wheeling?

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The propeller would induce more drag if it was locked. Keep it spinning and you will lessen the drag

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You could, but then you would be generating additional drag. This would most likely require more energy to overcome than the energy generated by the windmilling propeller.

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