Wright R-975 E-3

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:engine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Fairchild_PT-26_Cornell
gptkbp:application gptkb:aircraft
civil aircraft
gptkbp:compression_ratio 6.5:1
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
air cooling
gptkbp:design aircraft propulsion
gptkbp:displacement 975 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine gptkb:9
gptkb:Wright_R-975
high reliability
four-stroke
1930s to 1950s
horizontally opposed
good performance at altitude
produced in large numbers
influenced future engine designs
notable design features
used in various aircraft types
long operational lifespan
radial configuration
incorporated technological advancements of the time
maximum RPM around 2,400
operational in various military conflicts
gptkbp:engine_type piston engine
multiple variants produced
gptkbp:fuel_capacity moderate fuel consumption
gptkbp:fuel_type aviation gasoline
carbureted
gptkbp:historical_significance used in World War II
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Wright R-975 E-3
gptkbp:ignition_system spark ignition
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested
gptkbp:maintenance relatively easy to maintain
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical_Corporation
gptkbp:noise_level notable noise level
gptkbp:original_run 1930s
gptkbp:power_output 450 horsepower
gptkbp:propulsion good power-to-weight ratio
variable pitch
gptkbp:setting radial
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Wright_R-1820
gptkbp:torque high torque output
high torque characteristics
gptkbp:type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:C-46_Commando
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valves
gptkbp:weight approximately 600 pounds