Propeller
Thoughts
Mark Goldberg recommends the Catto 72x44" composite propeller. Hartzel is in Ohio, where I am based, kinda nice to support locals. I do like my DUC that is on the Zenith, the 3-bladed design making for a quieter environment (inside and outside) and the ability to adjust the pitch. The 3-bladed design also has a smaller overall length due to an additional blade, thus has higher ground clerance.
Manufacturer Research
March 25, 2021
Catto responded that the 72x44" is a great all around performing propeller. It would cost $3,100 with nickel leading edge. A small adapter is necessary for the O-200-D. The spinner would be $515.00 cut, fit and ready to install. Lead time was August/September.
February 10, 2022
I sent an information request to Hartzell and DUC.
- Hartzell only makes constant speed propellers, I did not realize that. They are out. They did respond via email pretty quickly though, that was nice!
- Catto got back with me, price was raised to $3,300.00 and lead time is June.
February 14, 2022
Gaeton suggests either a Swirl-2-R or Flash-R. He has a 2 week lead time and will deliver a quote by the end of the day.
February 16, 2022
Sensenich Propellers makes a ground adjustable composite prop that may be of interest, 2 Blade Continental O-200/Lycoming O-235 Ground Adjustable STOL Propeller
2 vs. 3 blades
Catto Propellers states: "From a performance standpoint the 2 Bladed and 3 Bladed very similar, almost equivalent. The 3 Bladed propeller is smoother due to it’s ability to distribute the power pulses from the engine."