Propulsion

Propulsion

SeaHawk employs a diesel-electric direct system using two electric motors to drive the boat and two diesel generators to provide electricity. Only the electric motors engage the propellers. Photos of the various components are shown here. See the Specifications page for more details about the motors.

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twin 30 inch propellers are shown prior to installation — SeaHawk will be driven by 30 by 30-inch propellers.

John Deere 250 kw generator, one of two shown close up for SeaHawk submarine. — One of two John Deere 250 kilowatt diesel generators.

shows diesel generators mounted in SeaHawk personal submarine — Generators mounted in machinery compartment.

shows fuel oil siphon on tank — Fuel oil siphon on tank.

shows personal submarine fuel oil tank valves before installation — Fuel oil tank valves.

private connecticut submarine equipment manifold — Fuel oil piping and center bilge valve.