Wright R-975 Whirlwind

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf aircraft engine
gptkbp:application military aircraft
gptkbp:compressionRatio 6.5:1
gptkbp:coolingSystem air-cooled
air cooling
gptkbp:cylinderCount 9
gptkbp:displacement 975 cubic inches
gptkbp:drivetrain overhead valves
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical
horizontally opposed
low vibration
gptkbp:engineConfiguration radial
gptkbp:enginePower smooth power delivery
good altitude performance
gptkbp:engineType reciprocating engine
robust design features
gptkbp:firstRace 1930
gptkbp:fuel_capacity moderate fuel consumption
gptkbp:fuelType spark ignition
aviation gasoline
carbureted
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Wright R-975 Whirlwind
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:C-46_Commando
B-17 Flying Fortress
B-24 Liberator
P-47 Thunderbolt
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Wright_Aeronautical_Corporation
gptkbp:noise_level moderate noise level
gptkbp:notableUsers gptkb:Soviet_Air_Force
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkb:United_States_Army_Air_Forces
gptkbp:operationalHistory significant historical significance
gptkbp:operationalRange wide operational range
gptkbp:performances high reliability
high power-to-weight ratio
long lifespan
good fuel efficiency
moderate maintenance requirements
gptkbp:powerOutput 450 horsepower
gptkbp:productionYears 1930-1945
gptkbp:propulsion variable pitch
high thrust output
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:Wright_Whirlwind
gptkb:Wright_R-760_Whirlwind
four-stroke
gptkbp:setting radial
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Wright_R-1820_Cyclone
gptkbp:torque high torque output
good torque characteristics
gptkbp:type radial engine
gptkbp:weight 450 pounds