Pratt & Whitney R-1340-57 Wasp
GPTKB entity
Statements (78)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:jet_engine
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| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:Douglas_DC-3
gptkb:Lockheed_Electra gptkb:Grumman_F4_F_Wildcat gptkb:Vought_F4_U_Corsair gptkb:North_American_T-6_Texan gptkb:Piper_J-3_Cub gptkb:Boeing_Stearman_PT-17 |
| gptkbp:application |
biplanes
monoplanes |
| gptkbp:compression_ratio |
6.5:1
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| gptkbp:cooling_system |
air-cooled
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| gptkbp:displacement |
1340 cubic inches
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| gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-1830_Twin_Wasp
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-985_Wasp_Jr. gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2800_Double_Wasp gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2000 various aircraft types four-stroke influential in aviation history produced in large numbers Wasp family manual start widely used in the 1930s incorporated several innovations for its time led to advancements in engine technology used in both military and civilian roles |
| gptkbp:engine_configuration |
horizontally opposed
detailed specifications available radial layout radial configuration single-row radial engine characterized by its distinctive sound designed for reliability and power |
| gptkbp:engine_contributions |
contributed to the development of aviation engines.
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| gptkbp:engine_power |
high reliability
good performance at altitude 2400 RPM 2600 RPM popular among aircraft manufacturers |
| gptkbp:engine_range |
1,000 miles
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| gptkbp:engine_type |
reciprocating engine
multiple variants produced |
| gptkbp:fuel_capacity |
48 inches
47 inches 40 inches |
| gptkbp:fuel_economy |
0.4 lb/hp/hr
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| gptkbp:fuel_type |
aviation gasoline
carbureted |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Pratt & Whitney R-1340-57 Wasp
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| gptkbp:ignition_system |
magneto ignition
dual ignition |
| gptkbp:is_tested_for |
extensively tested before production
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| gptkbp:maintenance |
low maintenance requirements
periodic maintenance required |
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney
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| gptkbp:noise_level |
low vibration
moderate noise |
| gptkbp:number_of_engines |
9 cylinders
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| gptkbp:original_run |
1925
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| gptkbp:power_output |
600 horsepower
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| gptkbp:produces |
over 30,000
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| gptkbp:production_years |
1925-1940
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| gptkbp:propeller |
variable-pitch propeller
variable pitch |
| gptkbp:propulsion |
600 lbf
1.5 hp/lb |
| gptkbp:replaced_by |
turboprop engines
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| gptkbp:service_ceiling |
20,000 feet
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| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-985_Wasp_Junior
gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-985_Wasp_Jr. |
| gptkbp:torque |
300 lb-ft
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| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:radial_engine
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| gptkbp:used_in |
gptkb:military_aircraft
civilian aircraft |
| gptkbp:valve_configuration |
overhead valves
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| gptkbp:weight |
400 pounds
about 600 pounds |