Liberty L-12Y engine

GPTKB entity

Properties (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf aircraft engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:World_War_I_aircraft
gptkbp:bore 5.5 in
gptkbp:compressionRatio 5.5:1
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
uses a radiator for cooling
uses a water cooling method
gptkbp:cylinderCount 12
gptkbp:displacement 12.0 L
gptkbp:drivetrain overhead valve
gptkbp:engine V engine
designed for high performance
influenced future aircraft engine designs
distinctive sound during operation
impacted future aircraft engine designs.
incorporated advancements in engine technology
used in various military aircraft models
gptkbp:engineConfiguration V12 configuration
400 horsepower at 2,400 rpm
produced_in_large_numbers_during_WWI
gptkbp:enginePower delivers power smoothly at high RPMs
gptkbp:engineType reciprocating engine
several variants developed
features a robust design for durability
gptkbp:firstRace 1917
gptkbp:fuel_capacity moderate fuel consumption for its class
gptkbp:fuelType spark ignition
aviation gasoline
carbureted
gptkbp:hasArea extensively tested before deployment
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Liberty L-12Y engine
gptkbp:is_used_in military aircraft
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Liberty_Engine_Company
gptkbp:notableUsers gptkb:United_States_Army_Air_Service
gptkbp:operationalHistory significant in aviation history
developed_during_the_aviation_boom_of_WWI
used_in_various_aircraft_during_WWI
gptkbp:performances high power-to-weight ratio
requires regular maintenance
designed for efficiency in flight
detailed in military contracts
known for reliability in combat
characterized_by_its_V12_layout
gptkbp:powerOutput 400 hp
gptkbp:productionYears 1917-1920
gptkbp:related_engine Liberty series
Liberty engine family
gptkbp:setting liquid-cooled
gptkbp:stroke 6.0 in
gptkbp:successor Liberty L-12
gptkbp:torque varies with RPM
gptkbp:type gptkb:V12_engine
gptkbp:weight 600 lb