AV-1790 series

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Continental_AV-1790-8
gptkbp:compression_ratio 16:1
gptkbp:controls mechanical control system
gptkbp:cooling_system gptkb:fandom
liquid-cooled
water-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 1,200 cubic inches
gptkbp:emissions_standard high emissions
gptkbp:engine gptkb:battle
aluminum
armored vehicles
cast iron
electric starter
high reliability in combat conditions
approximately 5,000 hours
dual exhaust system
moderate fuel efficiency
important in military history
V12 configuration
every 1,500 hours
pressure lubrication system
12-volt alternator
electric starting system
linear power curve
high performance for military use
12-volt battery
gptkbp:first_introduced 1947
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 54 inches
36 inches
30 inches
40 quarts
0.5 gallons per hour
gptkbp:fuel_type diesel
mechanical fuel injection
indirect injection
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label AV-1790 series
gptkbp:ignition_system electronic ignition system
gptkbp:is_designed_to gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:maintenance periodic maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Allison_Engine_Company
gptkbp:market widely available
gptkbp:max_speed 2,600 RPM
gptkbp:noise_level low vibration
moderate noise level
gptkbp:power_output 750 horsepower
gptkbp:produced_by gptkb:1980s
gptkbp:production_years 1940s to 1980s
gptkbp:propulsion 0.3 hp/lb
gptkbp:related_to AVDS-1790
gptkbp:setting V-type engine
gptkbp:successor AV-1790-5 C
gptkbp:torque 1,800 lb-ft
flat torque curve
0.72 lb-ft/lb
gptkbp:transmission automatic transmission compatible
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:M60_Patton_tank
gptkb:M48_Patton_tank
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
gptkbp:weight 2,500 lbs