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Pusher VS Puller (Tractor) Propeller Configurations

27.4k JovianPat  9.1 years ago

Which one do you prefer when making a prop plane? I couldn't really decide since both have their own advantages and disadvantages.

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    27.4k JovianPat

    @qazproductions yeah i know, it frequently happens on my hawker tempest.

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    146k Feanor

    @JovianPat Pusher props also mean that you have to watch your angle of attack during takeoffs and landings to prevent the propeller from striking the ground.

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    27.4k JovianPat

    @qazproductions Maybe because pusher props may obstruct the bodywork? But it causes less drag.

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    146k Feanor

    I would prefer a Tractor configuration since the pusher configurations is rather problematic.

    9.1 years ago