DeltaHawk DH160
American aircraft engine
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The DeltaHawk DH160 is an American aircraft engine, under development by DeltaHawk Engines, Inc. of Racine, Wisconsin and intended for use in light aircraft.[1]
| DH160 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Aircraft engine |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | DeltaHawk Engines, Inc. |
Design and development
The engine is a four-cylinder two-stroke, V-layout, liquid-cooled, direct-drive, diesel engine design, which is intended to produce 160 hp (119 kW).[1]
The company intended to complete Federal Aviation Administration type certification during 2015[update], but did not achieve their goal.[2]
Specifications (DH160)
Data from World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-2012[1]
General characteristics
- Type: Four cylinder, two stroke, diesel aircraft engine
- Dry weight: 148 kg (326.3 lb)
Components
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel
- Cooling system: liquid
Performance
- Power output: 160 hp (119 kW)
- Compression ratio: 22:1