Propeller options - Cabo 40 Convertible w/CAT C12's

I'm doing some propeller research in preparation for hauling the Cabo later this season.

My boat is a 2005 40' Cabo Convertible.
Engines = 700 hp CAT C12's
Transmissions = ZF 325A 1.485:1
Props = Federal EQY 4 Blade Nibral 26X32

Cabo Yachts Sea Trial (C40FB)Props = Michigan HX400 26X32, 0.85DAR #3 Cup

I have been reading some info on the Veem props as well, however I never had a boat with these. My pervious Cabo 35 Express had Michigan DQX. Are the Veem props paired more towards the Common rail MAN Cabo's?

Let me know your thoughts. Looking for a good match for this hull w/Cat C12's.

I contacted the local Veem distributor in Virginia, however I did not discuss CAT vs MAN engines.

Sounds like Veem Interceptors are the way to go. I spoke to the owner of another local Cabo 40 that is also very happy with the Veem wheels. Excellent high end and overall performance. He also had Federal props previous and experienced a 2-1/2 knot improvement after the Veem wheels were installed.

I will let you know what the local Veem distributor recommends for the C-12's.

Yes I spoke to Brian at Wildcat Propellers...very helpful. I gave them the specs on my boat with the C12's and should have some info soon. Looks like 11 week lead time from order to delivery. From everything I'm seeing they will be worth the wait.

I ended up having my Federal wheels adjusted. Wildcat Props reduced the pitch slightly which reduced the load on the C12 CATS and virtually eliminated sooting issue I was seeing on the transom. I lost about a knot at the top end, however the boat is performing very nicely at cruise (24-25 knots).

How long have you had your Cabo 40 X? How many hours on your C12s? What prop are you running now?

My props were re-pitched last time and as I remember my re-pitch numbers are very close to what your running.
During my sea trial after going back in the water with a fresh coat of bottom paint, Federal props serviced, new cutlass bearings, and PSS seals everything ran great! Speed/RPM numbers below:

1,415 hrs
2357 RPM WOT
34knots

I believe the hull on the 40 Conv and 40 X are the same. My convertible might be a bit heavier with the superstructure and flybridge. I think the travel lift guy was seeing 32,000 lbs when my boat was in the slings.

Just checked my prop scans from the service on my (4) blade Federal wheels back when I had the Cabo out of the water in November 2022.

Initial pitch as measured: 26"X31"
Re-pitched to: 26"X 29.5"

Also - I found my Veem quotes for new props.

Quote (1) They specified a (5) blade prop:

24.5" X 32.5"

I've seen a 45' Cabo with (5) Blade Veems. Any 40' Cabo's with Veems out there?

Quote (2) They specified a (4) blade prop:

VEEM offered a second sizing option for your vessel but determined it was only 97% efficient as the optimum sizing. Please see below.

VEEMSportfish-C propellers 24.5" diameter x 32.9" pitch x 4 blade with 100% B.A.R. and 2.5" SAE taper bore

Here is a photo of my CAT gauges during sea trials at WOT.

2357 RPM/34 Knots