Abstract:
The present invention relates to a novel propeller for a marine vessel and a method of installing the hub cap to the hub. More specifically, the present invention relates to hub caps for use in connection with both fixed pitch and controllable pitch propellers. The propeller of the invention comprises a hub with a hub body (42), propeller blades, and a hub cap (66), the hub cap (66) having an outer surface provided with fins, and being fastened to the aft end of the hub body (42) by means of a connection ring (72).