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Models · 2
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Whirlwind GR-540E | ||
| Whirlwind R-540 Series |
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WRIGHT AERONATICAL DIVISION
CURTISS-WRIGHT CORPORATION
MODELS: Wright Whirlwind R-540 Series
T.C. NUMBER: ATC 23
Model - Whirlwind R-540E GR-540E
Type - 5RA Direct drive 1.58: 1 or 2: 1 reduction gearing
Rating:
Maximum continuous, hp,
rpm, at S.L. pressure
altitude 175-2000-S.L. - - - -
Take-off (one minute),
hp, rpm, at full throttle 175-2000 - - - -
Fuel (minimum octane
aviation gasoline) 65 - - - -
Bore and stroke, in. 5.0 x 5.5 - - - -
Displacement, cu. in. 540 - - - -
Compression ratio 5.1: 1 - - - -
Weight (dry), lbs. 420 470 (1.58: 1), 480 (2: 1)
Propeller shaft, SAE No. 30 - - - -
Supercharging (impeller
gear ratio) 7.05: 1 - - - -
Carburetion Stromberg NA-R7 - - - -
carburetor with
1-13/16 in. venturi
Ignition, dual Scintilla MN5-D-F - - - -
magnetos
Certification basis Approved Type Certificate No. 23
NOTES 1, 2 2
NOTE 1. Includes R-540, R-540A, R-540B and R-540D engines.
NOTE 2. Approval expired 7/12/37. No engines of these models manufactured after this date
or
with serial number above 11718 eligible for use in certificated aircraft.