Pratt & Whitney R-2600

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf aircraft engine
gptkbp:application military aircraft
civil aircraft
gptkbp:compressionRatio 6.5:1
gptkbp:coolingSystem air-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 2,600 cubic inches
gptkbp:drivetrain pushrod actuated
gptkbp:engine horizontally opposed
supercharged
moderate vibration
technological advancements in design.
used_in_many_WWII_aircraft
gptkbp:engineConfiguration over 10,000 units produced
double-row radial
gptkbp:engineType notable design features
multiple variants produced
gptkbp:firstFlight 1940
gptkbp:fuelType aviation gasoline
dual ignition
gptkbp:hasArea extensively tested
FAA_certified
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Pratt & Whitney R-2600
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkb:Grumman_F6F_Hellcat
Douglas A-20 Havoc
Lockheed PV-1 Ventura
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney
gptkbp:noise_level loud operation
gptkbp:notable_feature R-2600-14
R-2600-8
R-2600-3
gptkbp:operationalHistory important in aviation history
gptkbp:performances high reliability
high power-to-weight ratio
detailed specifications available
good fuel efficiency
moderate maintenance requirements
long operational lifespan
gptkbp:powerOutput 1,600 horsepower
gptkbp:productionYears 1940-1950
gptkbp:propulsion variable-pitch propeller
high thrust output
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2000_family
gptkbp:setting 14-cylinder
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2800
gptkbp:torque high torque output
gptkbp:type radial engine
gptkbp:weight 1,800 pounds