HM Series

750kW to 3500kW
 The HamiltonJet Promise
Total Waterjet Solutions
With experience spanning six decades, HamiltonJet Evidence of HamiltonJet’s success can be seen in
provides a totally integrated waterjet propulsion the range of innovative designs the company has
HamiltonJet HM series solution to the marine industry. From initial
enquiry and right through the lifespan of a vessel,
pioneered, each raising the standard of waterjet
performance, control and lifecycle, all of which

waterjets provide highly HamiltonJet offers a comprehensive customer

support package that is second to none.
build on the HamiltonJet ethos of superior customer
support.

efficient propulsion HamiltonJet has been providing waterjet propulsion Performance = high and low speed power and
solutions to the marine industry since the 1950s, efficiency, load carrying capability and acceleration.
for high speed vessels and has installed more than 50,000 waterjets into
Control = high and low speed manoeuvrability,
vessels around the world. Through this experience
operating in the world’s HamiltonJet understands the wide range of course keeping, close quaters manoeuvring
and development of innovative control system
conditions, situations and tasks a modern vessel
most demanding marine needs to be able to undertake on a daily basis technology.
throughout its operating life.
environments. The company also has more experience with
Lifecycle = Pre-sales application engineering, simple
installation, integrated features and maximum
designers and boat builders than any other durability.
Combining quality materials waterjet manufacturer, and so provides
Customer Support = spare parts
and manufacturing with superior the simplest installation package of
supply & advice in country,
any waterjet design in the market
research, design and product today. full spares warehouse &
HamiltonJet technical staff
support ensures HamiltonJet HM Knowledge gained through in region, installation and
Performance
waterjets out-perform other unrivalled waterjet Control commissioning service
application experience assistance, and training
models in their class. means HamiltonJet is able to programmes.
provide accurate performance
predictions to ensure a vessel
will deliver on its design
criteria. This knowledge and Customer
experience is shared globally Support
through HamiltonJet’s extensive Lifecycle
distributor sales and support
network.

Right: WindCat 21 , a windfarm service boat operating off the UK coast, utilises twin HamiltonJet HM571 waterjets.
The Waterjet Advantage
As vessel speed increases waterjets become more efficient compared to conventional propeller systems. Efficiency benefits are due to…
• No appendage drag – the waterjet intake sits flush with the hull bottom without struts, propeller shafts, rudders or any elements
protruding beneath the hull to increase hull resistance, particularly as speed increases.
EFFICIENCY
• Thrust generated by a waterjet is parallel to the direction of travel. For many propeller systems the shaft is angled down and thrust is
generated in the direction of the shaft, so only a component of the total thrust is in the direction of travel.
• Energy lost from flow rotation is recovered by the stator section of the waterjet. This is energy that is lost in a propeller installation.

Waterjet propulsion provides far superior manoeuvrability at both high and low speeds compared to a propeller boat…
• Waterjet thrust is independent of boat speed – thrust is determined by input power and astern
deflector position and is available at all times, even at zero speed. Result – boat can be turned
without moving ahead or astern, and the ability to move the reverse deflector slightly either side
of the zero speed position also provides very fine ahead or astern control, all while maintaining
MANOEUVRABILITY
full steering control.
• No need to change engine rotation to generate reverse thrust. A change from full forward thrust
to full reverse thrust only requires the reverse duct to move from fully up to fully down position.
• Sideways thrust capability with two or more jets (with split duct reverse deflectors) without the
need for a bow thruster.

Waterjets have no exposed high-speed moving components external to a vessel’s hull, providing greater safety to people in the water and
SAFETY marine life, and allowing the propulsor to keep running when operating in such conditions. There is also less risk to equipment in the water.

A waterjet is inherently more durable than conventional propeller propulsion…

• No exposed appendages beneath the hull – allows the vessel to access shallow waterways, cross
sandbars and reefs, and complete beach landings and launches.
DURABILITY • The impeller is protected inside the body of the jet – propulsion gear is not exposed to damage from
floating debris or in the event of grounding.
• Maintenance can be predicted and planned in advance – with propeller systems there is always
uncertainty as exposed propulsion gear could be damaged at any time. Waterjets reduce downtime
for vessel maintenance and can mean fewer vessels are required in a fleet.

Waterjets offer significant advantages for vessels subject to variable loads…

• Boat speed is determined by hull weight – when the vessel is running light it will travel faster or maintain service speed with reduced
power input, resulting in fuel and time savings.
FLEXIBILITY
• Engines can not be overloaded when vessel is heavily laden – unlike propeller systems which can transfer load to the engine, a waterjet
will always match available engine power. This results in less engine wear and consequently less maintenance and longer engine life.
• Secondary propulsion option – waterjets can be used as boost or loiter propulsion alongside other waterjets or propellers.

Right: Passenger Ferry Key West Express in Florida, USA, has four HamiltonJet HM811 waterjets delivering over 300,000 N of thrust.
 The HamiltonJet Difference
Performance
High speed performance and efficiency – advanced impeller and intake designs provide
peak efficiency and performance over a wide speed range.
Low speed performance – high thrust at low speeds ensures excellent station-keeping,
bollard pull, load carrying and manoeuvring.
Acceleration – ability to apply full power at lower speeds ensures fast acceleration for
patrol boats, rescue craft, pilot boats and recreational vessels.

CONTROL
Steering control – HamiltonJet’s JT steering system out-performs all others, reducing
thrust losses when steering to give tighter turns and maintain vessel speed during the turn.
Ahead / Astern control – HamiltonJet’s split duct reverse deflector provides up to 60% of
forward thrust, resulting in highly responsive control at slow boat speeds where engine is
set to higher than idle RPM and the reverse duct is used to regulate forward and aft thrust.
Speed of the controls response – HamiltonJet controls respond quickly to skipper input to
improve manoeuvring control and safety. The company develops hydraulic and electronic
control systems to maximise the control benefits of its waterjets.

LIFECYCLE
Material specifications – all HamiltonJet waterjets are manufactured using high quality
materials to ensure the best mix of durability, weight, corrosion resistance and cost.
Impeller rating accuracy – impellers are cast as a single piece to ensure more accurate
ratings for all impellers and a better match to peak engine rating.
Application engineering – HamiltonJet provides the highest level of technical expertise and
advice to builders, designers and end users throughout the entire vessel design, build and
commissioning phases, and for the operational life of a vessel.
Integrated Engineering – Each HamiltonJet waterjet is a complete packaged, factory tested,
propulsion module, with reverse and steering control systems fully integrated with the jet
to simplify installation and maintenance.

support
International Support – HamiltonJet’s service and support network extends around the
globe to provide immediate assistance and spare parts supply.
HamiltonJet Features All hydraulic components are
mounted inboard where they are
protected from corrosion and
Material Specifications marine growth. The integral JHPU
hydraulic pump and circuits are set
Component Material Standard
up and tested in the factory prior
Transition Duct 5083 Marine Grade Aluminium for Aluminium or GRP hulls to dispatch. No need for additional
Steel for Steel hulls pumps and plumbing to be fitted.
Impeller CF8M Stainless Steel ASTM A743 Inboard thrust bearing assembly
transfers thrust forces to intake
Wear Ring 2205 Stainless Steel ASTM A240
block and hull bottom, not
Mainshaft 2205 Stainless Steel ASTM A276 transom, so no additional hull or
Stator EN AC 44100 Marine Grade Aluminium BS EN 1706 transom reinforcing is required.
Nozzle EN AC 44100 Marine Grade Aluminium BS EN 1706
Steering Deflector EN AC 44100 Marine Grade Aluminium BS EN 1706
Astern Deflector EN AC 44100 Marine Grade Aluminium BS EN 1706
Thrust Bearing Spherical roller type
Rear Bearing Water lubricated Marine Bearing
Shaft Seal Face type mechanical seal
Anodes Aluminium MIL-A-24779(SH)

Driveshaft coupling flange with

options to match a wide range
Transition duct, including protective screen of driveshafts - normally driven
bars, is supplied ready to mount in hull - welded via a gearbox. No difficult engine
in aluminium or steel hulls, moulded into alignment problems.
GRP hulls. This hydrodynamically designed
transition duct ensures optimal flow of
water to the impeller while the screen
protects the pump from damage
due to ingested material, without
adversely affecting waterflow
into the jet unit.
Impeller race is lined with a Transom seal plate
replaceable stainless steel bolted to transom.
wear-ring to protect the
housing when operating in
silt-laden water.

Split-duct ahead/astern
deflector diverts water down
and to each side to prevent
recirculation and maximise both
reverse and lateral thrust.

JT steering nozzle reduces

thrust losses when turning.

Aluminium anodes provide extensive internal Aluminium construction offers best mix of
and external cathodic protection. light weight, strength, corrosion resistance
and cost. All internal moving and wearing
components are made from high grade
Integral hydraulic oil cooler. stainless steel for maximum durability.
HM Series Dimensions
The HM series comprises a range of highly efficient waterjet units suitable for propelling craft at speeds ranging
from zero to up to 50 knots and typically of length between 20 and 60 metres.

E
Mainshaft Centreline

25°
F
D (nominal) C

Model A (mm) B (mm) C (mm) D (mm) E (mm) F (mm) G (mm)

HM422 1380 484 2082 1090 940 960 964 IMPORTANT NOTE: Dimensions shown
HM461 1280 420 2048 1440 1016 900 1040 above are indicative only for initial
design purposes. All specifications are
HM521 1424 475 2350 1630 1200 1000 1200
subject to change without notice or
HM571 1561 530 2585 1800 1300 1000 1285 obligation. For detailed installation
HM651 2105 593 3360 1650 1470 1100 1500 data and instructions consult
HM721 2375 667 3748 1891 1550 1250 1660 HamiltonJet.
HM811 2672 750 4252 2100 1721 1400 1835

HM Series Total Package

HM series waterjets are supplied as a completely packaged propulsion module - a design philosophy that simplifies installation
procedures for the boat builder. The jet is installed as an assembly, being manoeuvred forward through the transom hole and bolted to
the HamiltonJet supplied matching intake/transition duct, which has been welded or moulded into the hull. The builder is not required
to fabricate any complex intake ducts. It is then only a matter of installing the driveline and completing the control system interface.
No additional strengthening of the hull or transom is required as HM series waterjets are of robust cast construction capable of
transmitting the full force of generated thrust to the hull bottom via the intake/transition. The jet’s main thrust bearing is incorporated
in the cast body and is unaffected by hull movement. Jets and matching control systems can be configured for up to quadruple main
propulsion installations, or can be employed with other propulsors for loiter and boost applications.
 HM Series Power / RPM Curves
4000 5360

HM811
3500 4690

3000 4020
HM721

2500 3350

Power (kW)

Power (hp)
HM651

2000 2680
HM571

1500 HM521 2010

HM461
HM422
1000 1340

500 670

Note: The rpm ranges shown are for

the impeller options which will give best
0 0
cavitation performance. Please consult
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
HamiltonJet if this range is not suitable. 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100 2200 2300

RPM (at Waterjet)

Jet Model HM422 HM461 HM521 HM571 HM651 HM721 HM811

Max Intermittent Power (skW) 1000 1100 1400 1700 2200 2700 3500
Input rpm range 2030-2300 1795-1900 1587-1710 1448-1569 1305-1407 1149-1236 1030-1104

Max Continuous Power (skW) 750 900 1150 1380 1750 2200 2800
Input rpm range 2000-2300 1680-1800 1508-1624 1357-1470 1220-1316 1073-1154 955-1025

NOTE: Input rpm are subject to suitable cavitation limits. The lower rpm figure is always preferred. Higher power inputs will restrict the input rpm range.

Left: New pilot boats in The Netherlands each use twin HamiltonJet HM651 waterjets.
 HM Series Control Systems
JT Steering
All HM series waterjets incorporate HamiltonJet’s JT steering nozzle to optimise both steering efficiency and delivery of propulsive thrust. Compared with other waterjet
steering systems, the JT nozzle provides outstanding steering response at all boat speeds. This is particularly noticeable at low speeds due to the absence of a central
“deadband”. The design reduces nozzle flow disturbance, resulting in lower energy losses and minimal loss of forward thrust when steering. These factors mean higher overall
efficiency through improved course-keeping and, coupled with low steering loads and noise level, make the JT system highly effective and reliable under all conditions.

Ahead / Astern
The ahead/astern function is an integral part of HM series waterjets, utilising a split-duct deflector to provide maximum astern
thrust under all conditions. The splitter incorporated in the deflector divides the flow to two outlet ducts angled down to clear
the transom and to the sides to retain steering thrust. Vectoring the astern thrust away from the jet intake avoids recirculation
and the resulting astern thrust is equivalent to up to 60% of ahead thrust – maintainable up to high throttle settings.
The shift from full ahead to full astern is a smooth transition as the deflector is lowered through the jetstream, eliminating
any delay or shock loading normally associated with propeller/gearbox drives. Designed to withstand the loads imposed when
the deflector is lowered at full speed ahead, the arrangement provides a powerful braking function for emergencies.
The separation of steering and ahead/astern functions offer the opportunity for unlimited combinations of translational and
rotational movements for outstanding control of multiple-jet propelled vessels.

Control Functions
Since steering and ahead/astern functions are separate and have independent effects, they may be used together to enable
complex vessel manoeuvres without complex combinations of control inputs by the operator.
With the astern deflector fully raised, full forward thrust is available. With the deflector in the lower position, full astern thrust is
generated. In both positions full independent steering is available for rotating the craft. By setting the deflector in the intermediate
“zero-speed” position, ahead and astern thrusts are equalised for holding the craft on station, but with independent steering effect still available for rotational control.
Infinitely variable adjustment either side of “zero-speed” enables the craft to be crept ahead or astern, and in multiple jet installations appropriate thrust vectoring alone can
be used to induce true sideways movement.

Control Systems
HFRC Follow-up Reverse Control (HM422 to HM571 only)
Provides unsynchronised “follow-up” positional control of the astern deflector. This means the control lever can be moved quickly without restriction and the deflector will
follow at its own speed to find the required position. The operator can pre-set astern lever position prior to engine start, then at start up the deflector will immediately
move to the correct position. What’s more, unlike synchronised controls, the system cannot be strained or forced by the operator. Steering control is achieved through the
use of a Seastar power-assisted steering system (application limitations may apply – consult HamiltonJet for more information).

MECS Electronic Control

The HamiltonJet Modular Electronic Control System (MECS) is a software configurable control system for waterjet steering and reverse, engine throttle and gearbox control.
It comprises a number of standard modules that may be connected together in varying combinations to build a control system customised to that particular vessel and
its operational requirements. In addition to the electronic modules, a complete system includes a Jet mounted and driven Hydraulic Power Unit (JHPU) on each jet, inboard
hydraulic steering and reverse actuators, including feedback units, engine and gearbox interfaces (or actuators). The system is also capable of interfacing with other
proprietary Autopilot and vessel management systems such as Dynamic Positioning and Voyage Data Recorders.

Left: Michael G. McCall crewboat with quadruple fully controllable HamiltonJet HM811 waterjets and a central HM811 boost jet.
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Cover: Police Patrol vessel with triple HamiltonJet HM721 waterjets.

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