SRP Thruster 600kW bow

A Schottel SRP 600 kW bow thruster is a retractable azimuth propulsion unit that can be swung out for high‑thrust manoeuvring and retracted into the hull to reduce drag during normal sailing. As a Retractable Azimuth Thruster, it is normally installed below the hull or in a dedicated thruster compartment as a steerable propulsion unit capable of rotating its thrust direction. In that role, its primary purpose is to provide both propulsion and steering by vectoring propeller thrust through the azimuth unit. Compared with a conventional shaft, rudder and propeller arrangement, an azimuth thruster combines thrust generation and steering in one rotating unit. For exact ratings, dimensions, settings, capacities, materials and variant-specific limits, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.