Lycoming T53-L-729

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 high turbine inlet temperature
up to 1,000 ° F
gptkbp:certification FAA certified
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8:1
gptkbp:controls electronic control system
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:developer developed in the 1950s
gptkbp:diameter approximately 16 in
gptkbp:drivetrain reduction gearbox
gptkbp:emissions_standard low emissions
single exhaust
gptkbp:engine Brayton cycle
air start
modular assembly
excellent performance
up to 5,000 hours
detailed specifications available.
advanced design features
horizontal configuration
T53-L-701
T53 family
gptkbp:engine_type centrifugal compressor
single stage turbine
gptkbp:features modular design
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity high fuel efficiency
0.5 lb/hp/hr
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Jet_A
annular combustor
dual fuel system
gptkbp:historical_significance widely used in Vietnam War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lycoming T53-L-729
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested
available testing facilities
gptkbp:legal_issue gas turbine principle
gptkbp:length approximately 40 in
gptkbp:maintenance 1,500 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lycoming_Engines
gptkbp:market gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:market_segment helicopter engines
gptkbp:material aluminum and titanium
gptkbp:noise_level moderate noise level
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:operational_history used in various military operations
gptkbp:power_output 1,400 shp
gptkbp:propulsion 1,400 lbf
3.5 shp/lb
gptkbp:reliability high reliability
gptkbp:setting free turbine
gptkbp:successor T55 engine
gptkbp:type turbo shaft engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Bell_UH-1_Iroquois
gptkbp:variant T53-L-703
gptkbp:weight approximately 400 lb