The Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp is an American air cooled radial piston engine introduced in the late 1930s, used in a wide range of Second World War fighters and transports as well as postwar airliners. Renowned for its power and durability, it powered aircraft including the Vought F4U Corsair, Republic P-47 Thunderbolt and Douglas DC-6.
Facts
SignificanceA dominant American radial aircraft engine that powered many major WWII fighters and bombers and remained in use for decades afterward. 1 Manufacturer or Builder Displacement or Thrust2,804.5 cubic inches (45.96 litres) 1 Classification
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1. Wikipedia: Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp
WikipediaOpening paragraph
Produced from 1939 to 1960, the R-2800 saw widespread use in major American aircraft during and after World War II.
Design and development
First run in 1937...the 2,804.5 cu in (45.958 L) displacement R-2800 was first flown by 1940.
Introduction, cylinder configuration
The Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp is an American twin-row, 18-cylinder, air-cooled radial aircraft engine with a nominal displacement of 2,800 cu in (46 L).
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