| G-300 | |
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| Type | Wankel rotary engine |
| National origin | United States of America |
| Manufacturer | Mistral Engine Company |
The Mistral G-300 is a Wankel rotary engine being developed by the Mistral Engine Company for use in light aircraft and helicopters. It is currently being readied for certification by the United States FAA.
The G-300 uses gasoline as fuel. A similar design using kerosene or jet fuel is concurrently under development. It will be designated the K-300.
The G-300 uses three rotating combustion chambers. It uses a liquid-cooling system, full electronic control (dubbed Digital Engine Management or DEM), and engine speed is reduced (2.8235:1) through a front-mounted planetary reduction drive. Maximum output speed is 2,300 revolutions/minute.
In normally aspirated configuration the G-300 is rated at 300 hp (224 kW). With optional turbocharging it is rated at 360 hp (269 kW).
http://www.mistral-engines.com
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