Is there engine "torque" on take off in a turbo-prop single engine aircraft?

[Feather #3]

Flick this to the Mil forum; those who've flown the Tucano and PC-9 will be able to answer.
Anecdotally, a thru-jet mate went to fly the PC-9 and on a touch'n'go nearly went sideways as he slammed on full throttle. He HAD asked if there was any torque effect and suffered an inadequate briefing [IMHO!]
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