OEM Volvo Penta DuoProp 1.78:1 Complete Sterndrive Outdrive Upper & Lower Gearcase
Genuine OEM Volvo Penta DuoProp complete sterndrive/outdrive assembly with a 1.78:1 gear ratio.
This complete drive includes the upper gear housing, lower gearcase, transmission housing, U-joint/yoke assembly, input shaft, dual propeller shafts, steering components, water intake passages, and associated internal components exactly as pictured.
The DuoProp system utilizes counter-rotating dual propellers for improved acceleration, handling, and efficiency in compatible Volvo Penta sterndrive applications.
Highlights
- Genuine OEM Volvo Penta
- DuoProp Sterndrive / Outdrive
- 1.78:1 Gear Ratio
- Complete Upper & Lower Gearcase Assembly
- Dual Propeller Shaft Configuration
- Upper Gear Housing
- Lower Gearcase
- U-Joint / Yoke Assembly
- Input Shaft
- Steering Components
- Water Intake Passages
- Skeg Intact
- Cavitation Plate Appears Straight
- U-Joint Rotates Smoothly by Hand
- Removed From a Freshwater-Operated Application
- Sold Exactly as Pictured
- Propellers Not Included
Condition
Good overall used OEM condition with normal cosmetic wear consistent with previous freshwater marine use.
The housing appears structurally sound, and the skeg is intact with no obvious major impact damage visible. The cavitation plate appears straight.
The propeller shaft splines and input shaft splines appear to be in good condition, and the U-joint assembly rotates smoothly by hand.
Cosmetic condition includes normal scratches, scuffs, oxidation, staining, paint fading, and paint loss from age, removal, storage, and previous use.
As with any used sterndrive, we recommend inspecting and servicing the gear oil, seals, bearings, water pump, bellows, U-joints, and other normal wear components before installation.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Volvo Penta
Drive Type: DuoProp Sterndrive
Configuration: Complete Upper & Lower Drive
Gear Ratio: 1.78:1
Propeller Configuration: Dual Counter-Rotating
Propeller Shafts: Included
Input Shaft: Included
U-Joint / Yoke Assembly: Included
Propellers: Not Included
Condition: Used OEM
Compatibility
Designed for compatible Volvo Penta DuoProp sterndrive applications requiring the 1.78:1 gear ratio.
Volvo Penta produced multiple DuoProp drive variations that can appear similar but are not necessarily interchangeable.
Buyer should verify the gear ratio, drive model, casting numbers, input shaft configuration, steering components, transom assembly, and propeller shaft configuration against their existing drive before purchasing.
Dealer Sale – Sunset Marine TX LLC
SKU: 10705







































