• Continental A-40, Horizontally-Opposed 4 Engine
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    Type: Reciprocating, 4 cylinders, horizontally-opposed, air-cooled Power rating: 29.8 kW (40 hp) at 2,575 rpm Displacement: 1.9 L (115 cu in.) Bore and Stroke: 79 mm (3.1 in.) x 95 mm (3.8 in.) Weight: 69.9 kg (154 lb) Manufactured circa 1931 Has propeller hub; air-cooled; missing 1 spark plug, data plate, manifold

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Mark Avino

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03/29/2016

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Aviation; Engines; Exploration; Piston; Propulsion

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