English: The Wright J-5 Whirlwind aircraft engine. Developed by the Wright Aeronautical Corporation from its Lawrance J-1 engine, the J-5 produced 220 horsepower and was the first engine to have sodium-cooled exhaust valves and to be self-lubricating. These innovations greatly increased its reliability. The J-5 won the prestigious Collier Trophy for 1927.
Type: Air-cooled radial Cylinders: 9
Displacement: 12.9L (788 cu in)
Power: 220 hp at 1,800 rpm. Weight: 232 kg (510 lb)
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English: The Wright J-5 Whirlwind aircraft engine. Developed by the Wright Aeronautical Corporation from its Lawrance J-1 engine, the J-5 produced 220 horsepower and was the first engine to have sodium-cooled exhaust valves and to be self-lubricating. These innovations greatly increased its reliability. The J-5 won the prestigious Collier Trophy for 1927.
Type: Air-cooled radial Cylinders: 9
Displacement: 12.9L (788 cu in)
Power: 220 hp at 1,800 rpm. Weight: 232 kg (510 lb)
to share – to copy, distribute and transmit the work
to remix – to adapt the work
Under the following conditions:
attribution – You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.
share alike – If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you must distribute your contributions under the
same or compatible license as the original.