Lycoming T53-L-15

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:Sikorsky_CH-54_Tarhe
gptkb:Boeing_CH-47_Chinook
gptkb:Bell_UH-1_Iroquois
gptkbp:average_temperature high temperature
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8:1
gptkbp:controls hydromechanical fuel control
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:diameter approximately 14 in
gptkbp:emissions_standard single exhaust
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-13
gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-703
free turbine
Lycoming T53-L-16
gptkbp:engine_type centrifugal compressor
single stage turbine
gptkbp:environmental_impact meets modern standards
gptkbp:features compact size
lightweight materials
high power density
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity moderate
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Jet_A
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneered turbine technology in helicopters
influenced future engine designs
part of helicopter evolution
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming T53-L-15
gptkbp:ignition_system spark ignition
gptkbp:length approximately 40 in
gptkbp:maintenance 500 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:market limited civilian use
available for military contracts
gptkbp:noise_level low vibration
moderate noise
gptkbp:notable_features modular design
high reliability
low maintenance requirements
gptkbp:operational_range varies by application
gptkbp:power_output 1,500 shp
gptkbp:propulsion 3.75:1
gptkbp:service_history still in use today
used by various air forces
widely used in Vietnam War
gptkbp:status in production
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:helicopter
gptkbp:weight approximately 400 lb
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-13
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6