Lycoming T53-L-720

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-703
gptkb:Lycoming_T53-L-91
gptkbp:application gptkb:helicopter
gptkbp:average_temperature up to 1,000 ° F
gptkbp:certification FAA certified
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8:1
gptkbp:construction_material stainless steel
gptkbp:controls gptkb:full_authority_digital_engine_control_(FADEC)
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:design military applications
gptkbp:diameter approximately 14 in
gptkbp:drivetrain reduction gearbox
gptkbp:emissions_standard low emissions
single exhaust
gptkbp:engine modular design
Brayton cycle
flexible mount
air-start
T53 family
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:engine
centrifugal compressor
two-stage turbine
nickel alloy
gptkbp:field used in various military helicopters
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity high efficiency
0.5 lb/hp/hr
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Jet_A
dual fuel system
gptkbp:historical_event developed in the 1950s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming T53-L-720
gptkbp:ignition_system spark ignition
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested
gptkbp:legacy proven track record
gptkbp:length approximately 40 in
gptkbp:maintenance 500 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:material aluminum alloy
gptkbp:max_speed 42,000 rpm
gptkbp:noise_level low noise
low vibration
gptkbp:operational_history widely used in Vietnam War
gptkbp:operational_range long operational range
gptkbp:power_output 1,400 shp
gptkbp:project ongoing improvements
gptkbp:propulsion 3.5:1
3.5 hp/lb
gptkbp:reliability high reliability
gptkbp:service_ceiling 20,000 ft
gptkbp:setting free turbine
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Bell_UH-1_Iroquois
gptkbp:variant T53-L-703
gptkbp:weight approximately 400 lb