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Old 24th Sep 2010, 01:33
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bbrunton
 
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For a PT6:

SHP = Torque in FT/lbs * RPM * K
K = .00015

Power is controlled by the Power lever.

If one changes the prop RPM the Power does not chance so the torque must. If the RPM is decreased the Torque will rise.

Bill
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