Pratt & Whitney R-4360-54

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:North_American_B-25_Mitchell
gptkb:Lockheed_Constellation
gptkb:Martin_Mars
gptkb:Boeing_Stratocruiser
gptkbp:bore 5.5 in
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:configuration Air-cooled
gptkbp:control_system Mechanical
gptkbp:cooling_system Air-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 4360 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine No
Four-stroke
Single-speed
Military and civilian aircraft
R-4360
Used in post-war aviation.
gptkbp:engine_configuration Inline
V-type
Fuselage-mounted
Radial design
gptkbp:engine_cooling_feature Cylindrical cooling fins
gptkbp:engine_design_feature Multi-row configuration
gptkbp:engine_power High reliability
Long lifespan
High power-to-weight ratio
Moderate efficiency
2700 RPM
gptkbp:engine_torque_rating 3000 lb-ft
gptkbp:engine_type Reciprocating engine
gptkbp:fuel_capacity Wet sump
gptkbp:fuel_economy High fuel consumption
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:Avgas
Carbureted
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Pratt & Whitney R-4360-54
gptkbp:ignition_system Spark ignition
gptkbp:maintenance Moderate maintenance requirements
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney
gptkbp:noise_level High noise levels
Moderate vibration
gptkbp:number_of_engines gptkb:W-18
gptkbp:original_run gptkb:1944
gptkbp:power_output 3000 hp
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-1830
gptkbp:produces approximately 10,000
gptkbp:production_years 1944-1955
gptkbp:propulsion High thrust output
1.67 hp/lb
gptkbp:stroke 6.0 in
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney_R-2800
gptkbp:torque High torque output
gptkbp:type Radial engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkb:Douglas_DC-7
gptkb:Convair_B-36_Peacemaker
gptkbp:valve_configuration Pushrod
gptkbp:weight 1,800 lb