- Holder
- Textron Lycoming Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
- Revision
- 6
- Revised
- February 15, 1988
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Engine
- Certification basis
- CAR 13
- Models
- 12
- Registered
- 130 aircraft
The release keeps the latest revision of each data sheet. Model names are as the data sheet lists them.
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Models · 12
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| IO-720-B1A | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-D1CD | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-A1A | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-B1B | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-D1BD | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-C1BD | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-A1BD | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-A1B | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-C1B | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-D1C | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-D1B | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation | |
| IO-720-B1BD | Formerly Textron Lycoming, AVCO Corporation |
Airworthiness directives · 28
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
AD 2026-04-11Engine (Reciprocating)AD 2022-16-03Engine (RECIPROCATING)AD 2017-16-11Reciprocating Engine Power Section
See all 28 ADsRegistered aircraft
Registry models that point at this data sheet, with their registered aircraft.
Lycoming IO-720120 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-A1B8 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-C1B1 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-D1CD1 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-A1A0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-A1BD0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-B1B0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-B1BD0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-C1BD0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-D1B0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-D1BD0 registered aircraftLycoming IO-720-D1C0 registered aircraft
STCs approved under this data sheet · 32
STC SE00825WIInstallation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines.STC SE02352CHInstallation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assemblySTC SE00939WIInstallation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines.
See all 32 STCsWhat the data sheet says
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
1E15
Revision 6
Textron Lycoming
IO-720-A1A, -A1B, -A1BD,
-B1A, -B1B, -B1BD,
-C1B, -C1BD, -D1B,
-D1BD, -D1C, -D1CD
February 15, 1988
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. 1E15
Engines of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is a part of Type Certificate No. 1E15) and other
approved data on file with the Federal Aviation Administration meet the minimum standards for use in certificated aircraft in
accordance with pertinent aircraft data sheets and applicable portions of the Civil Air Regulations/Federal Aviation Regulations
provided they are installed, operated and maintained as prescribed by the approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved
instructions.
Manufacturer Textron Lycoming/Subsidiary of Textron, Inc.
Williamsport Plant
Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701
Model Lycoming
IO-720-A1A, -A1B, -A1BD
-B1A, -B1B, -B1BD
-C1B, -D1B, -D1C-C1BD
-D1BD, -D1CD
Type 8H0A Direct Drive - -
Rating
Max. continuous hp., r.p.m., full throttle at:
Sea level pressure altitude: 400-2650*
Takeoff, hp., r.p.m., full throttle at:
Sea level pressure altitude 400-2650
Fuel (Min. grade aviation gasoline), Service Instruction No. 1070 100/130
Lubricating oil (Lubricating should conform to the Specifications as listed or subsequent
revisions thereto)
Lycoming Spec. No. 301-F
Service Instruction No. 1014
Bore and stroke, in. 5.125 x 4.375
Displacement, cu. in. 722
Compression ratio 8.7:1
Weight (dry), lb. See NOTE 9
Propeller shaft flange, SAE No. Type 2 modified
Crankshaft dampers (torsional) one 3.5 order
six 4th order
one fifth order
Fuel injection Bendix RSA-10AD1
RSA-10ED1 (-B1B, -B1BD)
Fuel pump See NOTE 2
RG9080-J4A (D1B, -D1C)
External fuel filtration requirements 150 micron, max.
Ignition, dual See NOTE 9
Ignition timing °BTC 20°
Spark plugs See NOTE 6
Oil sump capacity, qt. 19
Usable oil sump capacity, qt. 16
NOTES 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
*Models IO-720-D1B, -D1C, -D1BD, -D1CD have an alternate rating of 375 hp at 2500 r.p.m.
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"C" - Clockwise "CC" - Counter-clockwise.
"#" indicates "does not apply"
Certification basis:
Regulations & Amendments Model Date of Application
Date Type Certificate
1E15 Issued/Revised
CAR 13 as amended to June 15, 1956
& 13-1, 13-2, 13-3 IO-720-A1A December 6, 1960 October 25, 1961
13-4 IO-720-B1A February 19, 1963 November 4, 1965
IO-720-A1B February 12, 1971 February 22, 1971
IO-720-B1B February 12, 1971 February 22, 1971
IO-720-C1B December 16, 1971 December 22, 1971
IO-720-D1B October 22, 1973 October 29, 1973
IO-720-A1BD August 21, 1975 December 30, 1976
IO-720-B1BD December 28, 1976 December 30, 1976
IO-720-C1BD January 24, 1977 January 28, 1977
IO-720-D1BD January 24, 1977 January 28, 1977
IO-720-D1CD June 6, 1977 June 10, 1977
IO-720-D1C March 11, 1982 April 15, 1982
Production basis: Production Certificate No. 3
NOTE 1. Maximum permissible temperatures are as follows:
Cylinder head 500°F (well-type thermocouple)
Oil inlet 245°F
NOTE 2. Fuel pressure limits:
Maximum Minimum Idle (min.)
Inlet to fuel pump when supplied with engine
-D1B, -D1C 55 p.s.i. -2 p.s.i. #
All others 45 p.s.i. -2 p.s.i. #
Inlet to injector
-B1A, -B1B 35 p.s.i. 25 p.s.i. #
All others 45 p.s.i. 18 p.s.i. 12 p.s.i.
Oil pressure limits:
Idling # 25 p.s.i.
Normal operation 95 p.s.i. 55 p.s.i. (50 p.s.i.: -A1A, -A1B)
Start & warm-up 115 p.s.i.
Fuel Pump (optional) Lear Siegler Model
-A1A, -A1B, -A1BD RG17980 or RG9080
-B1BD, -C1B, -C1BD, -D1B, -D1BD, -D1C, -D1CD RG9080
NOTE 3. The following accessory drive provisions are available.
IO-720 Model -B1B
-B1A -D1C -C1BD
Rotation
Facing Speed
Maximum
Torque
Maximum
Overhang
-A1B -D1B -B1BD -D1CD Drive Ratio to (in.-lb) Moment
Accessory -A1A -C1B -A1BD -D1BD Pad Crankshaft Cont. Static (in-lb.)
Starter X X CC 13.556:1 # 450 150
Alternator X X C 3.20:1 60 120 175
Generator (Optional) X X C 2.50:1 60 120 175
Generator (Opt) X X C 3.1:1 60 120 175
Accessory #1 X X CC 1.3:1 70 450 25
Accessory #2 X # C 1.3:1 100 800 40
Accessory #2 # X C 1.3:1 180 2200 40
Accessory #2 (Opt) # X C 1.3:1 180 2200 100
Tachometer X X C 0.5:1 7 50 5
Fuel Pump X # CC 1:1 25 450 25
Fuel Pump # X C 1:1 25 450 25
Spray Pump (Opt) X X C 1.346:1 250 1600 40
Propeller Gov X X C 0.895:1 125 1200 25
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NOTE 4. These engines incorporate provisions for absorbing propeller thrust in both tractor and pusher type installations.
NOTE 5. These engines are equipped with all-weather ignition harness as standard equipment.
NOTE 6. Spark plugs: See latest revision of Lycoming Service Instruction No. 1042 for approved equipment.
NOTE 7. These engines incorporate the following additional characteristics:
Model Characteristics
IO-720-A1A Basic model. Eight cylinder, horizontally opposed, air-cooled direct drive fuel injection
engine, internal oil jet piston cooling.
IO-720-A1B Same as -A1A except equipped with Bendix S8LN-1208 and S8LN-1209 magnetos.
IO-720-B1A Same as -A1A except for top exhaust cylinders and offset exhaust valve shroud tubes.
IO-270-B1B Same as -B1A except equipped with Bendix S8LN-1208 and S8LN-1209 magnetos and Bendix
RSA-10ED1 fuel injection.
IO-720-C1B Same as -A1B except that it has up-exhaust cylinder heads.
IO-720-D1B Same as -A1B except has a rear type air inlet housing instead of a front inlet.
IO-720-D1C Same as -D1B except equipped with an angled fuel injector adapter.
IO-720-A1BD Same as -A1B except has a dual magneto.
IO-720-B1BD Same as -B1B except has a dual magneto.
IO-720-C1BD Same as -C1B except has a dual magneto.
IO-720-D1BD Same as -D1B except has a dual magneto.
IO-720-D1CD Same as -D1C except has a dual magneto.
NOTE 8. Starters, generators and alternators approved for use on these engines are listed in the latest revision of AVCO
Lycoming Service Instructions No. 1154.
NOTE 9. IO-720 Model, Weight (dry), ignition, dual, and C.G.
C.G. Location (dry) including starter and generator
Model Weight Magnetos
Propeller Flange
Front Face, in.
Below Crankshaft
C.L., in.
Off Crankshaft
C.L. in.
-A1A 565 Bendix S8LN-701, S8LN-705 21.33 0.91 0.20 Left
-A1B 565 S8LN-1208, S8LN-1209 21.33 0.91 0.20 Left
-B1A 557 S8LN-701, S8LN-705 21.90 0.80 0.10 Left
-B1B 557 S8LN-1208, S8LN-1209 21.90 0.80 0.10 Left
-C1B 566 S8LN-1208, S8LN-1209 21.33 0.91 0.20 Left
-D1B 580 S8LN-1208, S8LN-1209 21.33 0.91 0.20 Left
-A1BD 561 D8LN-2200 21.13 0.81 0.00 Left to Right
-B1BD 557 D8LN-2230 21.70 0.70 0.10 Right
-C1BD 563 D8LN-2230 21.13 0.81 0.0 Left to Right
-D1BD, -D1CD 571 D8LN-2200 21.70 0.70 0.10 Right
-D1C 580 S8LN-1208, S8LN-1209 21.33 0.91 0.20 Left
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