Lycoming IO-540

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:bore 5.125 inches
gptkbp:ceo 1,500 hours
gptkbp:certification FAA certified
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8.5:1 to 10.5:1
gptkbp:configuration V-type engine
gptkbp:control_system throttle control
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
direct air cooling
gptkbp:displacement 540 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine gptkb:IO-540_family
various accessories available
IO-540 series
long history of use in aviation.
major overhaul required after TBO
gptkbp:engine_configuration inline engine layout
gptkbp:engine_power high reliability
gptkbp:engine_type horizontally opposed engine
gptkbp:first_introduced 1950s
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 8 quarts
gptkbp:fuel_type aviation gasoline
carbureted or fuel injected
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming IO-540
gptkbp:ignition_system removable
dual ignition
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:trainer_aircraft
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:mounting_options engine mount
gptkbp:noise_level low vibration
moderate noise level
gptkbp:notable_applications gptkb:light_aircraft
gptkbp:number_of_engines gptkb:6
gptkbp:power_output 250 to 300 horsepower
gptkbp:propeller constant speed propeller
gptkbp:related_aircraft gptkb:Beechcraft_Bonanza
gptkb:Grumman_AA-5
gptkb:Mooney_M20
gptkb:Cessna_182
gptkb:Piper_PA-28_R
gptkbp:stroke 4.00 inches
gptkbp:type four-stroke engine
gptkbp:used_in general aviation aircraft
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
gptkbp:variant IO-540-U2 A5
gptkbp:weight approximately 300 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Textron
gptkb:Robinson
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5