T56-A-14 turboprop engines

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf turboprop engine
gptkbp:application military transport aircraft
gptkbp:climate -40 to 50 °C
gptkbp:compressionRatio 12:1
gptkbp:controls gptkb:full_authority_digital_engine_control_(FADEC)
gptkbp:coolingSystem air-cooled
intercooler
gptkbp:design_feature modular construction
gptkbp:diameter 2.5 ft
gptkbp:emissionsStandard low
gptkbp:engine gptkb:T56-A-14
civil aviation
various military aircraft
gptkbp:engineConfiguration inline
gptkbp:engineType 4
turbine engine
advanced features
multiple variants available
T56-A-15
gptkbp:firstFlight 1956
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 0.5 lb/hp/hr
gptkbp:fuelType Jet A
spark ignition
dual fuel system
gptkbp:hasArea ground testing
FAA_certified
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label T56-A-14 turboprop engines
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:Lockheed_C-130_Hercules
gptkbp:launchSite air start
gptkbp:legal_principle turbine-driven propeller
gptkbp:length 4.5 ft
gptkbp:maintenance 1,500 hours
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Pratt_&_Whitney
gptkbp:noise_level moderate
gptkbp:operationalHistory long history of service.
gptkbp:performances high performance
detailed specifications available
fuel efficient
5,000 hours
periodic overhaul
proven reliability
gptkbp:powerOutput 4,600 shp
gptkbp:propulsion 2.78
5,000 lbf
constant speed
2.56 hp/lb
gptkbp:related_engine T56 family
Brayton_cycle
gptkbp:reliability high
gptkbp:service_ceiling 25,000 ft
gptkbp:setting twin-shaft
gptkbp:updates upgraded versions available
gptkbp:weight 1,800 lb