- Holder
- Curtiss-Wright/Marquette Inc.
- Revision
- 12
- Revised
- December 28, 1983
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Engine
- Models
- 5
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Models · 5
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Double Row Cyclone 749C18BD3 | ||
| Double Row Cyclone 745C18BA4 | ||
| Double Row Cyclone 749C18BD1 | ||
| Double Row Cyclone 745C18BA3 | ||
| Double Row Cyclone 739C18BA3 |
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FEDERAL AVIATION AGENCY
E-218
Revision 12
WRIGHT
Double Row Cyclone
739C18BA3
745C18BA3,4
749C18BD1,3
December 28, 1983
AIRCRAFT ENGINE SPECIFICATION
Engines of models described herein conforming with this specification and approved data on file with the Federal Aviation
Agency meet the minimum standards for use in certificated aircraft in accordance with pertinent aircraft specifications and
applicable portions of the Civil Air Regulations provided they are installed, operated, and maintained as prescribed by the
approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved instructions.
Manufacturer Curtiss-Wright/Marquette, Inc.
Fountain Inn, South Carolina
Model Double Row Cyclone 739C18BA3 745C18BA3,4 749C18BD1,3
Type 18RA 16:7 reduction gearing - - - -
Rating (with low impeller gear ratio) 6.06:1 6.46:1 - -
Maximum continuous, hp, rpm, in.Hg., at:
Critical altitude ((ft.) 2000-2400-41.0-4200 2000-2400-41.5-4800 2100-2600-41.5-6500
Sea level pressure altitude 2000-2400-42.0-S.L. 2000-2400-43.5-S.L. 2100-2600-43.0-S.L.
or 2100-2400-42.5-4400
2100-2400-44.0-S.L.
Takeoff (5 min.), hp, rpm, in.Hg., at:
Critical altitude (ft.) 2200-2800-42.0-7000 2200-2800-44.0-6300 2500-2800-51.0-3100
Sea level pressure altitude 2200-2800-44.0-S.L. 2200-2800-46.0-S.L. 2500-2800-51.5-S.L.
or 2200-2600-42.5-5200 or 2200-2600-44.5-4500
2200-2600-44.5-S.L. 2200-2600-46.5-S.L.
Rating (with high impeller gear ratio) — 8.67:1 - -
Maximum continuous, hp, rpm, in.Hg., at:
Critical altitude (ft.) — 1800-2400-40.0-15000 1800-2400-42.5-9000
Low critical pressure altitude (ft.) — 1800-2400-43.0-8000 1800-2400-41.0-16000
Takeoff (5 min.), hp, rpm, in.Hg., at:
Critical altitude (ft.) 1900-2600-42.0-16200 1900-2600-43.5-15700
Low critical pressure altitude (ft.) — 1900-2600-44.0-10600 1900-2600-44.0-10800
Fuel (minimum grade aviation gasoline) 100/130 - - - -
Bore and stroke, in. 6.125 X 6.312 - - - -
Displacement, cu. in. 3348 - - - -
Compression ratio 6.5:1 - - - -
Weight (dry), lbs. 2742 2780 3000
C.G. location (dry)
From crankcase mounting pad counterbore, in. 14.4 - - —
From thrust nut face, in. 28.1 - - —
Above propeller shaft, in. 0.2 - - —
Propeller shaft, SAE No. 60 - - - -
Catrburetion or Fuel Injection Model Bendix-Stromberg Type - - - -
58-18-E1A direct fuel
injection
Ignition, dual Scintilla DF18LN-1 mag. - - Scintilla DLN-9 magneto
(with secondary condenser
removed)
Timing, °BTC 28 - - 20 (30 in cruising)
NOTES 1,2,3,4,5,11,12 1,2,3,4,5,10,11,12 1,2,3,7,9,12
"- -" indicates "same as preceding model."
"—" indicates "does not apply."
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Certification basis Type Certificate No. 218
Production basis Production Certificate No. 8
NOTE 1: Maximum permissible temperatures are as follows:
Head (well type thermocouple)
Head (spark
plug gasket
thermocouple) Barrel
Oil
Inlet
C18BA series 475°F (450°F for C18BA4) 500°F 325°F 220°F
C18BD series (T.O.) 500°F — 350°F 220°F
(MC) 475°F —
NOTE 2. Fuel and oil pressure limits: Oil pressure - rear pump (psi) Min. Max. Idle
C18BA series 50 70 15
C18BD series 60 70 15
Oil pressure - front pump (psi)
C18BA series 30 55 15
C18BD series 35 45 15
Fuel pressure (psi)
C18BA series 15 19
(20 22 with high press. spring in
injector pump)
C18BD series 19 21
(23 25 with high press. spring in
injector pump)
NOTE 3. The following accesssory drives are provided:
745C18B 745C18B 749C18B 739C18B Rotation Speed (X
Maximum
Torque
(in.lb.)
Maximum
Overhang
Moment
A3,4 A3,4* D1,3 A3 ** Crankshaft) Cont. Static (in.-lb.)
Starter X X X X C 1.000 — 36000 350
Fuel pump X X X X CC 1.000 25 450 15
Vacuum pump X X CC 1.400 525 2250 50
Vacuum pump - right
hand X X C 1.400 525 2250 50
Hydraulic pump X X X X CC 1.400 525 2250 50
Generator & accessory
gear left hand X X X X C 2.800 600 5100 350
Generator & accessory
gear right hand X X C 2.800 600 5100 350
Generator & accessory
gear right hand*** X X C 2.800 675 5100 350
Tachometer X X C .500 2 50 15
Tachometer X X CC .500 2 50 15
Tachometer X X C .500 22 50 15
Tachometer X X CC .500 22 50 15
Propeller governor X X X C 1.000 65 600 30
Propeller governor X CC .879 125 600 30
Spare hydraulic drive X X X X C 1.000 525 2250 50
Generator gear
box**** X X C 1.485 1200 12000 252
*With "-A" after serial number
**C-clockwise, CC-counterclockwise
***The right hand generator drive in the alternate configuration shall withstand a maximum continuous load of 60 hp at any
engine speed between 1200 and 2000 rpm. Above 2000 rpm the drive shall withstand a maximum continuous torque load
of 675 inch pounds.
****The generator gear box shall be mounted on the left-hand generator drive. The right-hand generator drive shall be
supplied with a 16 tooth spline adapter.
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NOTE 4. The C18BA engines incorporate a torquemeter, provisions for cylinder head or crankcase mounting, and
single-acting hydraulic propeller provisions.
NOTE 5. The 745C18BA engine may be converted to a modified single speed 739C18BA model in accordance with
the manufacturer's Service Rework Bill of Materials No. 301A. Engines reworked in this manner are
identified by Serial No. suffix "M."
NOTE 6. The approval for models 739C18BA1, 2, 4 and 745C18BA1 and 2 for use in certificated aircraft expired
June 1, 1947.
NOTE 7. The C18BD engines incorporate a torquemeter, provisions for crankcase mounting, and double-acting
hydraulic propeller provisions.
NOTE 8. Deleted June 9, 1954.
NOTE 9. The 749C18BD3 engine incorporates a viscous type vibration damper and is otherwise similar to model
749C18BD1.
NOTE 10. Model 745C18BA4 is identical to Model 745C18BA3 except it incorporates forged head type cylinder
assemblies. Ratings and limitations of these engines are the same except cylinder head temperature limits
as listed in Note 1.
NOTE 11. 739C18BA3, 745C18BA3 and 745C18BA4 model engines with "-A" after the serial number have
749C18BD1 or 749C18BD3 rear sections and corresponding accessory drive limitations.
NOTE 12. The following spark plugs are approved on these engines:
AC - 171, 181, 271, 273, 281.
BG - RB19R-2, RB27R-1
Champion - C35S, RC35S, R37S-1, REA37N, REB37N, RHA37N, RHA37E, RHB37N,
RHB37E, R115.
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