Variants of the Pratt and Whitney R-2800 engine powered all of the Corsair line, with the exception of the F2G series, which were used the R-4360. Click on the image above to see a higher resolution version. Below are specifications for these engines, and some links where more information can be found.
| R-2800 Specs | R-4360 Specs | |
|---|---|---|
| Cylinders | 18 | 28 |
| Configuration Cyl. X Row |
9 X 2 | 7 X 4 |
| Displacment | 2800 Cu. In. | 4360 Cu. In. |
| Max. Hp. | 2500 Hp. | 3500 Hp. |
| Weight | 2350 Lbs. | 3500 Lbs. |
| Links |
Specs on the R-2800 More R-2800 stuff And still more on the R-2800 |
Info on the R-4360 More R-4360 stuff |
Additionally, a brief essay on the R-2800 has been contributed by Tom Drennan. Read it here.
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