There is generally an advantage in being able to keep propelling machinery as far aft as a large gear box restricts possible, but this positioning.

一般来说，使推进装置尽可能远离舰尾是有利的，但是这样布置会受到大齿轮箱的限制。

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What remains is a self-propelling drama who else would get stuck in sixth gear, with several laps to go, and still emerge triumphant?

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