Terminology Clarification (I/O vs Inboard vs Outboard)

[richet]

I have been reading posts and the term I/O is used, I am unclear as to what that really means. How does it differ from an inboard?

 

[KCook]

Re: Terminology Clarification (I/O vs Inboard vs Outboard)

i/o inboard

 

[Reel Poor]

Re: Terminology Clarification (I/O vs Inboard vs Outboard)

Inboard,,,Motor inboard-driveshaft and prop under<br />

<br /><br />I/O,,,Motor inboard and drive mounted on transom<br />

 

[KCook]

Re: Terminology Clarification (I/O vs Inboard vs Outboard)

Nice illustration Reel Poor. Something that is often overlooked is that the true inboard (also V-drives) needs a rudder for steering. Where an I/O uses vectored thrust (steers with the prop). A difference many operators will feel.<br /><br />Kelly

 

[richet]

Re: Terminology Clarification (I/O vs Inboard vs Outboard)

Thanks all for the clarification.