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Argus As-7

Country:Germany
Type:radial engine
Year:1929

The engine was developed by Dr Ing. Manfred Christian. It did not enter serial production due to its high power output, as Germany at the time had a demand for lower-powered engines intended for training aircraft.

Technical data:

Configuration9-cylinder radial
Coolingair
Compression ratio5.5
Displacement36.11 l
Propeller reduction0.625
Weight470 kg
Maximum power750 hp at 1900 rpm
Nominal power600 hp