Lycoming O-540-U2 A5

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:Boeing_707
gptkb:Beechcraft_Bonanza
Piper PA-28
gptkbp:bore 5.125 inches
gptkbp:ceo 1800 hours
gptkbp:certification FAA certified
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8.5:1
gptkbp:configuration 6-cylinder
gptkbp:control_system Throttle and mixture control
gptkbp:cooling_system Air-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 540 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Lycoming_O-540_family
Four-stroke cycle
Dual ignition system
Long history in aviation
O-540 series
Overhaul recommended at TBO
gptkbp:engine_configuration Inline engine
Detailed specifications available
Horizontally opposed
gptkbp:engine_power High reliability
High performance
Widely used in light aircraft.
gptkbp:engine_type Reciprocating engine
U2 A5
U2 A5 variant
gptkbp:first_introduced 1960s
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 8 quarts
gptkbp:fuel_economy 12-15 gallons per hour
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Avgas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming O-540-U2 A5
gptkbp:ignition_system gptkb:Champion_REM40_E
Dual ignition
gptkbp:is_tested_for Tested for performance
gptkbp:maintenance Regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:power_output 250 horsepower
gptkbp:propeller Variable pitch
gptkbp:stroke 4.00 inches
gptkbp:type Horizontally opposed engine
gptkbp:used_in General aviation aircraft
gptkbp:valve_configuration OHV (Overhead Valve)
gptkbp:weight approximately 300 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Piper_Cherokee_235
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8