- Source: Austro Engine AE80R
The Austro Engine AE80R is an aircraft Wankel engine that was first run on 8 January 2013 and is under development by Austro Engine of Wiener Neustadt.
Design and development
Development of the AE80R started in 2010 based on the 41 kW (55 hp) Austro Engine AE50R. The AE80R is intended to power light-sport aircraft, ultralight aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
The AE80R incorporates dual FADEC-controllers, a lossless lubrication system to reduce oil consumption. It is intended to weigh 27 kg (60 lb) and produce 60 kW (80 hp).
The engine is described as being vibration free, a useful attribute in an engine used for UAVs that can carry sensitive equipment affected by in-flight vibrations.
Specifications (AE80R)
Data from Pew and Austro Engines
= General characteristics
=Type: Aircraft Wankel engine
Dry weight: 27 kg (60 lb)
= Performance
=Power output: 60 kW (80 hp)
Oil consumption: lossless
Power-to-weight ratio: 2.2 kW/kg (1.3 hp/lb)
See also
List of aircraft engines
References
External links
Official website
