The propeller shaft in an automobile is connected between

The propeller shaft in an automobile is connected between

Option:

a. clutch and main gear box
b. clutch and engine
c. main gear box and differential gear box
d. clutch and differential gear box

Correct Answer : c. main gear box and differential gear box

Explanation:

Propeller shaft is a mechanical component which is used to transmit torque. In an automobile, there is a distance between engine gear box and rear axle assembly. So to transmit the torque from engine gear box to the differential gear box which is on the rear axle, the propeller shaft is used. It is a shaft having tubular section and is made in one-piece or two-piece construction. The propeller shaft is connected between the main gear box of an engine and the differential gear box by universal joints. The universal joint allows the drive to be transmitted through a variable angle. The propeller shaft is also known as drive shaft.