# 23478970 Propeller | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta 3-blade fixed aluminium propeller, 17 x 15 in, for the Volvo Penta saildrives 110S, 120S, MS25S, 130S and 150S. Volvo Penta fixed propellers are exclusively designed for Volvo Penta saildrives. They are manufactured in high-quality, durable aluminium alloy developed to withstand corrosion and cavitation damage, with a rubber bushing in the hub that minimizes stress on the drivetrain caused by gear changes, and an epoxy coating that is highly resistant to abrasion. Available for left-hand rotation in multiple sizes and pitches.

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   3-blade fixed propeller for S-drives 110S, 120S, 130S and 150S
-   17 inch diameter by 15 inch pitch
-   Aluminium alloy with a rubber bushing in the hub
-   3.039 kg
-   Supersedes 21381279 and covers its 57 applications across D and MD series engines
-   Left-hand rotation
-   Durable aluminium alloy withstands corrosion and cavitation damage.
-   Shock absorbing rubber bushing to secure the service life of the drive.
-   Abrasion-resistant epoxy coating.
-   Available for left-hand rotation.
-   Material: aluminium
-   Fits: Volvo Penta S-drives 110S, 120S, MS25S, 130S, 150S
-   Type: 17 x 15

## 🔌 Function

Converts engine torque into thrust, the three-blade form giving smoother running with better grip astern than a two-blade wheel.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Vibration under way that rises with revs
-   Engine held below its rated speed at full throttle
-   Blade edges chipped, bent or eroded
-   Line or weed wound around the hub
-   Pitting and corrosion over the blade surfaces

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Step down to 23478969 at 17 x 14 if the engine cannot pull to its rated speed
-   Check the drive leg anodes and the seal behind the propeller while the wheel is off
-   The fixing hardware is propeller cone kit 23749222
-   Installation hardware for the fixed propellers on 110S, 120S, MS25S, 130S and 150S: propeller cone kit 23749222, which includes screw 23748333 and lock washer 23680979.

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   23478970 → Supersedes 21381279 → Supersedes 873368

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   21381279 earlier number superseded by this part
-   873368 earlier number superseded by this part

### Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

-   Recmar: REC23478970

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 786.05 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Propellers
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 786.05 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 23478970 Propeller | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/23478970-propeller-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-09-06