Statements (50)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
engine
|
| gptkbp:application |
Light aircraft
|
| gptkbp:compressionRatio |
6:1
|
| gptkbp:controls |
Throttle_control
|
| gptkbp:coolingSystem |
Air-cooled
|
| gptkbp:cylinderCount |
6 cylinders
|
| gptkbp:displacement |
300 cubic inches
|
| gptkbp:drivetrain |
Pushrod
|
| gptkbp:engine |
Adjustable
Restoration projects Electric starter Known for reliability Cradle mount Simple maintenance Detailed in manuals Direct air cooling Influenced aircraft design trends Maintenance can be complex Pioneered radial engine technology Support from aviation communities |
| gptkbp:engineConfiguration |
Inline
Wet sump Limited production run |
| gptkbp:engineDisplacement |
Extensive historical records
Technical manuals available Robust and durable |
| gptkbp:engineType |
gptkb:Menasco_6-400_Engine
High torque at low RPM Enthusiast groups exist Parts available in aftermarket Popular in vintage aircraft FAA_certified |
| gptkbp:firstIntroduced |
1940s
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| gptkbp:fuelType |
Magneto
Avgas Carbureted |
| gptkbp:hasArea |
Bench tested
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Menasco 6-300 Engine
|
| gptkbp:maintenance |
100 hours
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Menasco_Aviation
|
| gptkbp:operationalHistory |
Used_in_WWII_aircraft
|
| gptkbp:operationalRange |
2000 miles
|
| gptkbp:performance |
Excellent reliability
|
| gptkbp:performances |
Influenced later designs
|
| gptkbp:powerOutput |
300 horsepower
|
| gptkbp:propulsion |
Fixed-pitch
|
| gptkbp:setting |
Horizontally_opposed
|
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:Radial_Engine
|
| gptkbp:usedIn |
gptkb:Menasco_6-300_aircraft
|
| gptkbp:weight |
approximately 300 pounds
|