Bristol Phoenix
The Phoenix was an adaptation of the Bristol Aeroplane Company's Pegasus engine, adapted to run on the Diesel cycle. Only a few were built between 1928 and 1932, although samples fitted to a Westland Wapiti held the altitude record for Diesel powered planes from 1934 until WWII. The primary advantage of the Phoenix was better fuel economy at cruise, up to 35%.
Specifications
- Bore by troke: 5.75 by 7.5 in (146 by 191 mm)
- Displacement: 1753 in³ (28.7 litre)
- Compression ratio: 14:1
- HP: 470 hp (350 kW)
- Weight:
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