Rolls-Royce K series

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rolls-Royce_210_HP
gptkb:Rolls-Royce_290_HP
gptkbp:bore 5.5 in
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:cooling_system liquid-cooled
water-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 36.7 L
gptkbp:engine aluminum alloy
modular design
high reliability
2000 hp
advanced for its time
inline engine
influenced future designs
excellent performance
developed in the 1920s
nose-mounted
2500 rpm
used in WWII aircraft
gptkbp:engine_type reciprocating engine
compatible with various aircraft
K, K1, K2
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1930
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 2.5 m
1.2 m
1.0 m
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:product
aviation gasoline
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rolls-Royce K series
gptkbp:ignition_system spark ignition
gptkbp:impact significant impact on aviation
gptkbp:maintenance periodic inspections
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Limited
gptkbp:power_output 2000 hp
gptkbp:production_years 1930-1940
gptkbp:propulsion variable-pitch propeller
gptkbp:setting gptkb:V12
gptkbp:stroke 6.0 in
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Rolls-Royce_Merlin
gptkbp:torque 2000 lb-ft
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Handley_Page_Hastings
gptkb:Avro_York
Avro Lancastrian
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valves
gptkbp:weight 450 kg