Thruster 1500kW stern

The Voith VSP 1500 kW stern thruster is a retractable azimuth propulsion unit delivering up to 225 kN of thrust, providing 360° steering for precise maneuvering and dynamic positioning. 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.