Airplane Engine Encyclopedia (Classic Reprint): An Alphabetically Arranged Compilation of All Available Data on the World's Airplane Engines: An ... World's Airplane Engines (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A compact, engine-by-engine reference for early aviation power.

This encyclopedia presents concise, important details for a wide range of aircraft engines, helping readers compare designs at a glance. The text emphasizes practical information over long debates, focusing on specifications, construction notes, and performance data. It covers water- and air-cooled designs, vertical, Vee, and radial layouts, with emphasis on what makes each engine distinctive.

• Key specifications such as bore, stroke, displacement, and compression ratios
• Basic construction features, cooling methods, lubrication, and ignition
• Reported horsepower ranges and typical fuel and oil consumption
• Context on different makers and engine families from the era

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