Lycoming AEIO-540

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Aviat_Super_Decathlon
gptkbp:application gptkb:Piper_PA-32
gptkb:Beechcraft_Bonanza
gptkb:Cessna_182
gptkbp:ceo 1,500 hours
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8.5:1 to 10:1
gptkbp:controls throttle and mixture control
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 540 cubic inches
gptkbp:emissions_standard dual exhaust
gptkbp:engine aluminum alloy
inline engine
front-mounted
major overhaul required every 1,500 hours
Lycoming IO-540 family
up to 2,000 hours with proper maintenance
gptkbp:engine_type reciprocating engine
gear-driven camshaft
AEIO-540-K1 A5
AEIO-540-L1 A5
AEIO-540-L2 A
AEIO-540-U
AEIO-540-U1 A5
gptkbp:fins integrated cooling fins
gptkbp:first_introduced 1960s
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 12 quarts
gptkbp:fuel_type aviation gasoline
carbureted or fuel injected
aviation grade oil
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming AEIO-540
gptkbp:ignition_system dual ignition
Champion RE M40 E
gptkbp:is_tested_for bench testing required
gptkbp:maintenance 100 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:market_segment general aviation
gptkbp:modifications turbocharging
propeller upgrades
fuel injection conversion
gptkbp:power_output 250 to 300 horsepower
gptkbp:propulsion constant speed propeller
0.83 hp/lb
gptkbp:regulatory_compliance FAA certified
gptkbp:service_ceiling 15,000 feet
gptkbp:setting 6-cylinder
gptkbp:type horizontally opposed engine
gptkbp:used_in general aviation aircraft
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
gptkbp:water_source up to 30 gallons per hour
gptkbp:weight approximately 300 lbs