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Old 8th Jun 2011, 01:21
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Every high-bypass turbofan I know has 4-5-6 stages in the LP turbine, necessary because of the low rotational speed of the fan rotor system.

That said, I haven't taken a good look at P&W's geared turbofan; since the LPT turns 3:1 or more compared to the fan, they may use fewer LPT stages.
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