Types of hovercraft

There are 2 types of hovercraft, which is the single propeller hovercraft and the multi
propeller hovercraft. In this segment we will discuss the difference between them.
Single propeller hovercraft

Multi propeller hovercraft

The lift and propulsion mechanisms is

2 different motor-propeller systems for Lift

integrated.

and Thrust mechanisms.

A vertical/slightly inclined motor propeller

Horizontal plane - lift mechanism.

system.

Vertical plane - Propulsion mechanism,

integrated with controls.

Lift dependent on thrust. Duct provided to

Amount of lift independent of the amount of

push some amount of air through below the

thrust because there is a individual motor-

mainframe into the skirt. Maximizing air

propeller system solely to generate lift.

flow for lift, not compromising on thrust.

Cannot hover stationary at one place.

Can hover stationary at one place.

Generally smaller in size.

Generally bigger in size