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Bailey Hornet
British aircraft motor From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Bailey Hornet is a British aircraft engine, under development by Bailey Aviation of Royston, Hertfordshire for use in powered paragliders.[1]
The engine was publicly introduced in 2013, but as of 2018 does not appear for sale.[2]
Design and development
The engine is a twin-cylinder two-stroke, horizontally-opposed, air-cooled, petrol engine design, with a helical gear mechanical gearbox reduction drive and a centrifugal clutch. It produces 28 to 30 hp (21 to 22 kW) and weighs 15.5 kg (34.2 lb).[1]
Specifications (Hornet)
Data from Tacke[1]
General characteristics
- Type: Twin cylinder, two stroke aircraft engine
- Dry weight: 15.5 kg (34.2 lb)
Components
- Fuel type: petrol
- Cooling system: air
- Reduction gear: helical gear mechanical gearbox, with centrifugal clutch
Performance
- Power output: 28 to 30 hp (21 to 22 kW)
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