Napier Lion

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Supermarine_S.5
gptkbp:application gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bore 5.5 in
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:cooling_system liquid-cooled
water-cooled
gptkbp:date 1916
gptkbp:displacement 24.0 L
gptkbp:engine gptkb:television_series
gptkb:V12
aluminum
cast iron
limited production
World War I era
part of aviation history
high altitude performance
popular among racers
used in various aircraft models
front-mounted
innovative for its time
influenced future engine designs
liquid-cooled V12
powerful and reliable
recognized for its engineering excellence
influenced modern aviation engines
highly regarded in its time
known for endurance in racing.
gptkbp:engine_type reciprocating engine
Napier Lion II, Napier Lion III
gptkbp:famous_for high power-to-weight ratio
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:product
petrol
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneering aviation engine
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Napier Lion
gptkbp:ignition_system magneto
gptkbp:influenced subsequent aircraft engines
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Napier_&_Son
gptkbp:notable_features high RPM capability
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:original_run gptkb:1917
gptkbp:power_output 450 hp
gptkbp:production_location gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:production_years 1917-1929
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Napier_Dagger
gptkbp:setting V-type engine
gptkbp:stroke 6.0 in
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Napier_Lion_II
gptkbp:torque 600 lb-ft
pressure lubrication
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:aircraft
Racing cars
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead camshaft
gptkbp:weight 1,200 lb