Statements (78)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:jet_engine
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| gptkbp:application |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:military_aircraft military and civilian aircraft |
| gptkbp:compression_ratio |
7.0:1
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| gptkbp:configuration |
18-cylinder
|
| gptkbp:cooling_system |
air-cooled
effective cooling system |
| gptkbp:displacement |
3350 cubic inches
|
| gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:R-3350_series
gptkb:Wright_R-3350 yes various aircraft types used in World War II produced in large numbers two-speed supercharger important in aviation history notable design features used in various military aircraft influenced future aircraft engines influenced future aircraft engine designs. incorporated advanced technology for its time introduced several innovations in design. marketed to military and commercial sectors operational in the 1940s and 1950s produced from 1941 to 1955 |
| gptkbp:engine_competition |
competed with other radial engines
|
| gptkbp:engine_configuration |
complex design
radial horizontally opposed detailed specifications available radial layout |
| gptkbp:engine_operational_lifespan |
long operational lifespan
|
| gptkbp:engine_power |
high performance
high reliability high power-to-weight ratio good performance at altitude moderate fuel efficiency 2000 hp at 2700 rpm |
| gptkbp:engine_rotation |
counter-clockwise
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| gptkbp:engine_type |
reciprocating engine
multiple variants developed R-3350-26 W variant |
| gptkbp:fuel_capacity |
60 inches
40 inches |
| gptkbp:fuel_economy |
0.5 pounds per horsepower per hour
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| gptkbp:fuel_type |
aviation gasoline
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Wright R-3350-26 W
|
| gptkbp:ignition_system |
dual ignition
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| gptkbp:is_tested_for |
extensively tested
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| gptkbp:maintenance |
moderate maintenance
periodic inspections required |
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical_Corporation
|
| gptkbp:noise_level |
moderate vibration
notable noise level |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
two-speed supercharger
dual-row design |
| gptkbp:number_of_engines |
gptkb:18
double-row |
| gptkbp:original_run |
1941
|
| gptkbp:power_output |
2000 horsepower
|
| gptkbp:production_years |
1941-1950
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| gptkbp:propeller |
variable-pitch propeller
|
| gptkbp:propulsion |
significant thrust generation
|
| gptkbp:related_aircraft |
gptkb:Lockheed_Constellation
gptkb:Boeing_Stratocruiser |
| gptkbp:sound |
distinctive sound
|
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Wright_R-3350-26_B
|
| gptkbp:torque |
high torque output
wet sump 1500 lb-ft |
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:radial_engine
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| gptkbp:used_in |
gptkb:Boeing_B-17_Flying_Fortress
gptkb:Lockheed_Constellation gptkb:Douglas_DC-7 |
| gptkbp:valve_configuration |
pushrod actuated
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| gptkbp:weight |
approximately 1,600 pounds
approximately 1,800 pounds |