Wright R-1820-97

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:transport_aircraft
bombers
military trainers
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:configuration 9-cylinder
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
air-cooled design
gptkbp:diameter 40 inches
gptkbp:displacement 1820 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Wright_R-1820_family
used in various aircraft types
influenced future aircraft engine designs
over 100,000 units produced
important in aviation history.
notable design features for performance
widely used in World War II
gptkbp:engine_configuration horizontally opposed
single-row radial
Wright design
varied by model and application
gptkbp:engine_power good performance at altitude
powerful for its size
maximum RPM of 2800
known for reliability in service
good fuel efficiency for its time
gptkbp:engine_type piston engine
multiple variants developed for different applications
gptkbp:fuel_type aviation gasoline
carbureted
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Wright R-1820-97
gptkbp:ignition_system dual ignition
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested before production
gptkbp:length 45 inches
gptkbp:maintenance relatively easy maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical_Corporation
gptkbp:noise_level moderate vibration
notable noise level
gptkbp:original_run 1931
gptkbp:power_output 1200 horsepower
gptkbp:production_years 1931 to 1950s
gptkbp:propeller variable-pitch propeller
gptkbp:reliability high reliability
gptkbp:service_history used in military and civilian aircraft
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Wright_R-3350
gptkbp:torque high torque output
gptkbp:type gptkb:radial_engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Douglas_DC-3
gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkbp:variant gptkb:R-1820-51
R-1820-63
R-1820-76
gptkbp:weight 600 pounds
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Boeing_B-17_E
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6