6-inch three-blade geometry adds thrust and hover stability over 5-inch props
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Gemfan 6040 3-Blade Propellers (pair)
The Gemfan 6040 is a 6-inch, three-blade propeller moulded in glass-fibre-reinforced nylon, weighing around 5.2 grams per blade with a 5 mm mounting bore.
₹349 + 18% GST
SKU: BOTBIT-PROP-03 · Best for: 6-inch sport and freestyle quadcopters
Overview
About Gemfan 6040 3-Blade Propellers (pair).
The Gemfan 6040 is a 6-inch, three-blade propeller moulded in glass-fibre-reinforced nylon, weighing around 5.2 grams per blade with a 5 mm mounting bore. The 6-by-4-inch geometry sits between the agile 5-inch and the thrust-heavy 7-inch classes, making it a practical choice for builders who want more lift and stability than a 5-inch prop provides without moving to a larger airframe.
Glass-fibre-reinforced nylon gives this prop a tough, semi-flexible character that resists cracking on impact and tolerates the rougher handling of sport and utility flying. The three-blade layout adds grip and steadier hovering compared with a two-blade prop, which is useful for camera platforms and slightly heavier builds, while the moderate pitch keeps power demands and noise reasonable.
Supplied as a pair (one CW and one CCW), the 6040 suits 6-inch sport quads, light long-range builds and multirotor projects that benefit from extra disc area. It is a good fit for hobbyists and builders who value a durable, affordable prop for everyday flying rather than peak racing performance.
Key features
Why it stands out.
Glass-fibre-reinforced nylon resists cracking and tolerates rough handling
~5.2 g weight keeps rotating mass moderate for smooth, controllable flight
5 mm mounting bore fits common 6-inch class brushless motors
Supplied as a matched CW/CCW pair for balanced installation
Specifications
Selection facts.
| Diameter | 6 inch |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 4 inch |
| Blades | 3 |
| Material | Glass-fibre-reinforced nylon |
| Weight | ~5.2 g per prop |
| Hub thickness | 9.5 mm |
| Shaft bore | 5 mm |
| Set | 1 pair (1 CW + 1 CCW) |
Applications
Where it is used.
- 6-inch sport and freestyle quadcopters
- Light long-range builds needing extra lift over 5-inch props
- Camera and gimbal platforms requiring steadier hover
- Slightly heavier multirotor projects on 6-inch frames
- Utility and practice flying where durability matters
- Builds prioritising affordable, crash-tolerant props
Buying guide
How to choose.
The 6040 fits 6-inch frames and motors in roughly the 2306 to 2407 class. The three-blade layout favours stability and lift over outright efficiency, making it well suited to camera carriers and slightly heavier builds; if you want the lightest, most agile 6-inch setup, a two-blade prop will respond a touch quicker.
Glass-fibre-reinforced nylon is durable and forgiving, which makes the 6040 a good everyday and learning prop. It is less precisely balanced than premium racing props, so for vibration-sensitive camera work you may want to check and match props before mounting. Confirm your motors use the standard 5 mm shaft.
Buy in pairs to keep matched CW and CCW sets, and stock spares for utility flying where strikes are common. The tough nylon shrugs off many impacts, but inspect each blade for cracks or chips after hard landings, since even durable props degrade flight smoothness once damaged.
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the 6040 propeller best for?
It is a 6-inch three-blade prop suited to sport quads, light long-range builds and camera platforms that need more lift and hover stability than a 5-inch prop. The glass-fibre nylon construction makes it durable and well suited to everyday and utility flying.
What material is the 6040 made from?
It is moulded in glass-fibre-reinforced nylon, a tough, semi-flexible material that resists cracking on impact better than plain plastic. This makes the prop forgiving in sport, utility and practice flying where strikes and rough landings are common.
How much does each prop weigh?
Each blade weighs about 5.2 grams. This moderate rotating mass keeps the 6040 smooth and controllable, which suits camera carriers and slightly heavier builds where steadiness matters more than the sharpest possible throttle response.
What motors and frames does it fit?
It fits 6-inch frames with motors roughly in the 2306 to 2407 class, using the standard 5 mm shaft bore. Confirm your motor shaft is 5 mm, which is typical for this class, before mounting.
How many propellers come in a set?
This listing is a single pair, one clockwise and one counter-clockwise propeller. A quadcopter needs two pairs, so order two sets per quad to equip all four motor positions with the correct rotations.
Is a three-blade prop better than two-blade here?
Three blades add grip and hover stability, which helps camera platforms and heavier 6-inch builds, while two blades are slightly more efficient and responsive. Choose the 6040 three-blade when stability and lift matter more than maximum agility or flight time.
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