- Holder
- Warner Engine Company LLC
- Revision
- 3
- Revised
- September 27, 2000
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Engine
- Models
- 3
The release keeps the latest revision of each data sheet. Model names are as the data sheet lists them.
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Models · 3
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Super Scarab Series 185K | Formerly George Olson Company, then Duncan and Company | |
| Super Scarab Series 185J | Formerly George Olson Company, then Duncan and Company | |
| Super Scarab Series 185 | Formerly George Olson Company, then Duncan and Company |
Airworthiness directives · 1
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
STCs approved under this data sheet · 3
STC SE04651CHTo allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22STC SE2593 CEAdd unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON + MON)/2, per ASTM Specification D-439. (SUPER SCARAB SERIES 185J R-550-1, -3)STC SE2593CEAdd unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON + MON)/2, per ASTM Specification D-439. (SUPER SCARAB SERIES 185J R-550-1, -3)
What the data sheet says
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Page No. 1 2
Rev. No. 3 3
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
E-235
Revision 3
WARNER ENGINE COMPANY
WARNER SUPER SCARAB
SERIES 185, 185J (R-550-1),
185K
September 27, 2000
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. E-235
Engine of models described herein conforming with this data sheet (which is a part of type certificate No. E-235) 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 Federal Aviation Regulations provided they are
installed, operated and maintained as prescribed by the approved manufacturer's manuals and other approved instructions.
Type Certificate Holder Warner Engine Company, LLC.
P.O. Box 9
Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133
This TC was transferred from Duncan and Company, PO Box 21, Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133 to Warner Engine Company
September 27, 2000.
This TC was transferred from George Olson Company, 969 Stonewall Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40504-3127 to Duncan and
Company, PO Box 21, Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133 October 20, 1998.
This TC was transferred to George Olson Company on May 4, 1995.
Models - Super Scarab 185, 185J, 185K
Type 7RA - Direct drive
Rating,:
Maximum continuous, hp., r.p.m at S.L. pressure altitude
Take-off (5 minutes), hp, r.p.m., full throttle
185-2175
200-2475
Fuel (minimum octane aviation gasoline) 73
Bore and stroke, in. 4.875 x 4.250
Displacement, cu. in. 550
Compression ratio 6.2:1
Weight (dry), lbs. 344, 341, 351
C.G. location (dry)
Forward of mounting lug face , in. 5.1, 4.9, 5.1
Propeller shaft, SAE No. 20
Carburetor
Model
Setting
Holley 419 carburetor
A-2450-B
Ignition, dual
Model
Timing, degrees BTC
Spark plugs
Scintilla VMN7DF magnetos
28.5
Champion C-26, S, C-27, S;
Auto-Lite 18-A-1, SH-2K; Firestone MA-3, -S
Certification Basis Type Certificate No. 235
E-235 Page 2 of 2
NOTES:
NOTE 1. Maximum permissible cylinder head, barrel and oil inlet temperatures 525 degrees F., 300 degrees F., and
200 degrees F., respectively.
NOTE 2. The following accessory provisions and typical engine accessories are eligible at the indicated weight
increases:
Starter
Eclipse type 397, model 20, style B (direct cranking electric)
(old designation E-80, model 3935R)
Eclipse type 396, model 2, style A (direct cranking electric)
(old designation Y-150)
Weight (lbs)
18
18
Generator
Eclipse type 309, model 1, style A, 15V25A 22
Fuel Pump
Titan model 200, type L2X3-10 or -12 or M2X3-13 (anti-
clock rotation - square drive for
R-550-1 engines and all model 185 equipped with square
drive shaft)
Titan model 200, type L2E3-13 (anti-clockwise rotation -
spline drive - for R-550-3 engines and all model 185
equipped with splined drive shaft)
2
2
Vacuum Pump
Pesco type B-6, P/N 3P-194D (old No. 194D)
Requires drive assembly Warner P/N 8190-1
4
1
Miscellaneous
Auxiliary drives for pump, etc.
(For L.H. auxiliary drive pad on all models, for R.H.
auxiliary drive pad for models 185 and 185J. Engine serial
No. prefixed with the letter "A" denotes inclusion of auxiliary drive
gear).
Stud type (square flange) tachometer drive assembly No. 8575 or
No. 8793 for L.H. auxiliary drive pad
Shielded ignition system
Provision for propeller governor drive or two-position control valve
(Model 185K only)
1
1
10
No Change
NOTE 3: Model 185J is 1-5/16 in. shorter in overall length than models 185 and 185K due to the special crankshaft
and front crankcase.
NOTE 4: Military model R-550-1,essentially identical to model 185J. includes additionally No. 8601 governor drive
assembly (but no oil transfer to crankshaft), No. 8575 square flange tachometer drive assembly, and shielded
ignition assembly. Military model R-550-3, essentially identical to model R-550-1, is equipped with No.
8814 governor drive assembly, No. 8793 square flange tachometer drive, a splined fuel pump and a 3.091
diameter 1-13/32 long extension on the thrust bearing cover. When used in certificated aircraft, the
designation plate of military engine should be stamped with the corresponding certificated model designation
and T.C.. No. If there is no room for this information on the existing plate, such information may be stamped
on a plain metal plate and attached beneath the existing plate by at least two of the mounting screws.
NOTE 5: Serial number suffix "A" denotes that 3/8 in. cylinder base studs and 0 type cylinder base oil seals have been
incorporated. Serial number suffix "L" denotes special crankshaft 1 in. longer than standard between thrust
nut and spline to accommodate 6-1/4 in. length propeller hub. Serial number suffix "p" denotes cylinder
bores chrome plated by Spartan Engineering Co.
NOTE 6: Approval expired 9/7/50. No engines of these models manufactured after this date are eligible for use in
certificated aircraft.
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