Hartzell Propeller, working closely with CubCrafters and Lycoming Engines, is developing and launching the lightweight Pathfinder composite three-blade constant-speed propeller optimized for backcountry operations. The Pathfinder propeller with aluminum hub and structural composite blades weighs 44 lbs. and is a three-blade alternative to the reliable Trailblazer propeller. CubCrafters is Hartzell’s exclusive launch customer for the new Pathfinder prop.
Hartzell Launches the Lightweight Pathfinder Propeller
Key Takeaways:
- Hartzell Propeller is launching the new lightweight (44 lbs) Pathfinder composite three-blade constant-speed propeller, optimized for backcountry operations.
- CubCrafters is the exclusive launch customer, integrating the Pathfinder propeller into a new firewall forward package that includes a more powerful 215+ horsepower Lycoming CC393i engine.
- This new propeller and engine combination will be showcased at AirVenture 2019 and offered as an option for new CubCrafters XCub orders beginning in 2020.
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