Thread: Is 1:1 gearing really more efficient?
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Old 05-22-2022, 02:06 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Direct drive removes the countershaft from the power/torque delivery:


Direct drive is typically 98-99% efficient vs ~94% for overdrive.
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