Bristol Lucifer

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Bristol Lucifer, installed in a LFG V44 "D-669"
Bristol Lucifer, installed in a LFG V44 "D-669"

The Bristol Lucifer was a three-cylinder, air-cooled, radial engine for aircraft built in the UK in the 1920s. It produced 100 hp (75 kW).

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General characteristics

  • Type: 3-cylinder air-cooled single-row radial engine
  • Bore: 5.75 in (146 mm)
  • Stroke: 6.25 in (159 mm)
  • Displacement: 529 in³ (7.98 L)
  • Diameter: 52 in (1320 mm)
  • Dry weight: 550 lb (250 kg)

Components

  • Valvetrain: Four valves per cylinder, poppet valve
  • Cooling system: Air-cooled

Performance

  • Power output: 100 hp (75 kW)

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