Mitsubishi Kinsei 62, Ha 33 Model 62, Radial 14 Engine
Mitsubishi was the first and largest series producer of Japanese engines during World War II, with a 1937 Pratt & Whitney arrangement possibly contributing to this success. Its Kinsei (Golden Star) engine saw service throughout the war, beginning at 544 kW (730 hp) and producing as much as 1,163 kW (1,560 hp) at war’s end.
This engine is of the type that powered World War II Japanese reconnaissance, fighter, bomber, and assault aircraft with Allied Code Names Dinah, Nick, Judy, Tony, Randy, Edna, and Zeke 54 and 64. It was a geared, supercharged, and fuel injected engine with water-methanol injection optional. Between 1940 and 1945, 3,725 Ha 33 Model 62 engines were built.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Date
Circa World War II
Country of Origin
Japan
Type
PROPULSION-Reciprocating & Rotary
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Jukogyo K. K.
Physical Description
Type: Reciprocating, 14 cylinders, 2 rows, radial, air cooled
Power rating: 746 kW (1,000 hp) at 2,500 rpm
Displacement: 32.3 L (1,970 cu in.)
Bore and Stroke: 140 mm (5.51 in.) x 150 mm (5.91 in.)
Weight: 545 kg (1,200 lb)
Dimensions
Overall: 3 ft. 11 15/16 in., 1488.1lb. (121.8cm, 675kg)
Other: 3 ft. 11 15/16 in. × 5 ft. 5 3/8 in. × 4 ft. 8 in. × 5 ft. 8 in. × 4 ft. 8 in. (121.8 × 166 × 142.2 × 172.7 × 142.2cm)
Materials
Ferrous Alloy
Non-Magnetic Metals
Organic Fiber Fabric
Paint
Adhesive Tape
Plastic
Inventory Number
A19670112000
Credit Line
Transferred from United States Army Air Forces
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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