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Because they're expensive and unreliable for most applications. They need more power, they increase draft, they don't tolerate debris, and they really dislike r
by AlotOfReading 2y ago
Because they're expensive and unreliable for most applications. They need more power, they increase draft, they don't tolerate debris, and they really dislike rough seas.
- lstodd 2y agoThey do fine for passenger traffic. Draft, debris and rough seas are not a problem. You need gas turbines or very unusual diesels for the power, that is the problem.