Humphree launches new fin models for planing yachts

Humphree, manufacturer of interceptor trim tab systems, has introduced two more sizes of its fixed fin products.

The Humphree Ventilated Fixed Fin (HVFF) 300 and HVFF 400 can fit superyachts up to 76m. They come in two sizes of sub-cavitating fins for speeds 25‐40 knots and three ventilated fins for top speeds exceeding 40 knots. HVFF has a ventilated rear edge for low drag in speeds exceeding 40 knots.

Fixed fins are used to improve course keeping, especially on yachts with poor lateral stability.


All Humphree fins are designed to shear off in case of grounding, leaving minimal damage to the hull structure.

Humphree has also released a new concept, the exhaust fin HEF500, whereby engine exhaust is released aft of the rear edge of the fin. The fin offers control of the exhaust back-pressure in combination with improved course stability.

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