Vestas V174 Blade Series – 80m+ Offshore Wind Turbine Blades for V164/V174 Platforms | Carbon-Spar, Erosion-Resistant, Designed for 9–15 MW Turbines

Vestas V174 Blade Series

Overview

Key Features

• Blade Length: 80 – 83.5 meters (depending on specific V174 sub-model)
• Compatible Turbines: Vestas V164-9.5 MW, V174-9.5/10/15 MW offshore platforms
• Rotor Diameter: Up to 174 meters
• Material: Glass-fiber-reinforced epoxy + carbon fiber spar caps for high stiffness and fatigue resistance
• Aerodynamic Design: Custom airfoils optimized for low-wind, high-turbulence offshore conditions
• Marine Protection:
  • Advanced leading-edge erosion coating (resistant to salt, rain, sand)
  • Anti-corrosion gel coat and sealed root flange
• Integrated Systems:
  • Full lightning protection system (LPS) with multi-path conductors
  • Optional blade sensor suite for real-time condition monitoring

Technical Highlights

• Weight: Approx. 35,000 – 38,000 kg → listed in kg
• Design Life: 25+ years in IEC Class I offshore conditions
• Annual Energy Production (AEP): Up to 62 GWh/year per turbine (at 10 m/s site)
• Certifications: IEC 61400-23, DNV-GL offshore standards, ISO 9001