Post-rebuild test run of a Wright R-3350 Duplex-Cyclone radial engine.

Patrick Smart, co-founder of the Historic Aero Engine group, is test running his rebuilt Wright Cyclone R3350 radial.

It has been a four year quest to rebuild this engine and design and fabricate a dedicated trailer to safely run it. The engine was previously installed on a Lockheed Constellation 5T-TAF c/n 4618, it was one of two engines recovered for restoration.

HAE is a Facebook group of aero engine enthusiasts (see link below). The engine owners can display these engines at public events to inspire an interest in our aero engineering heritage, for visitors young and old.

The engine is being test run on a farm (without neighbours!), in readiness for displaying at public events. Check our Facebook page for the public event calendar.

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Basic engine details: 18 cylinder radial in two banks of 9. Displacement of 3,348 in3 (54.86 litre) supercharged, with three turbine recovery units. Develops 3,250hp at 2,900rpm at sea level for 5 minutes, or 2,700hp at 2,600rpm at sea level at max continuous power.

Also appearing in the video is another HAE member, Pete Irving.

contact: [email protected]
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The Historic Aero Engine group comprises aero engine enthusiasts from a variety of engineering and technical backgrounds, who share a common interest in researching, restoring, and preserving our aero engine heritage. Some of the engines are restored to ground running condition, and when invited, can display these at public events as a means of celebrating our heritage and inspiring the next generation of young engineers.

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