Are Rotec radial engines reliable?

Rotec is obviously not an reliable engine. Seem to be poor craftmanship when you read statements and ask around what people have to say. The Verner engine is perhaps a better option, now when they also have a 9 cylinder variant.

Where are Rotec engines made?

Australia
The Rotec R2800 is a seven-cylinder 110 hp radial engine built by Rotec Aerosport Pty Ltd in Australia.

Are radial engines reliable?

Reliability – Simply put, the radial engine is generally much more reliable. This is because it features a shorter crankshaft, simpler design, and creates less vibration. That less vibration means that it will suffer from greatly reduced levels of wear and tear during use.

How much does a radial engine cost?

RADIAL ENGINE OVERHAUL PRICE LIST

ENGINE TYPE	EXCHANGE	OUTRIGHT
R-985-AN-1 or 14B (450 H.P.)	$40,900.00	$51,900.00
R-1340-AN-1 (600 H.P.)	$43,900.00	$63,900.00
R-1340-AN2	$45,900.00	$63,900.00
Engine Crate	$650.00	$650.00

What is the difference between a static and rotary type radial engine?

The major difference between the radial engine and the rotary engine is that radial engines have pistons that move in a reciprocating fashion that cause the crankshaft to rotate. In rotary engines, however, the crankshaft does not rotate.

Does anyone still make radial engines?

Radial engines reached their zenith during WWII. There are some radial engines around today, but they are not that common. Most propeller-driven planes today use more traditional engine configurations (like a flat four-cylinder) or modern gas turbine engines.

Who makes radial aircraft engines?

A number of companies continue to build radials today. Vedeneyev produces the M-14P radial of 360–450 hp (270–340 kW) as used on Yakovlev and Sukhoi aerobatic aircraft.

What are the disadvantages of a radial engine?

A potential disadvantage of radial engines is that having the cylinders exposed to the airflow increases drag considerably. The answer was the addition of specially designed cowlings with baffles to force the air between the cylinders.

What is the disadvantage of an opposed engine?

The main drawback was that the power from the two opposing pistons has to be geared together. This added weight and complexity when compared to conventional piston engines, which use a single crankshaft as the power output.

Are radial aircraft engines still made?

Are there any issues with the Rotec R-2800?

I fly behind a Rotec R-2800. Never had a manufacturing issue. All of these issues have been discussed in other threads, so if you really care, do some reading, and not settle on blanket unsupported statements of a potentially disgruntled user. So far as I know the only significant problems have been with the R-3600.

Are there any known Rotec radial engine failures?

Rotec Radial engine failures … worth thinking about. Very sad story. Were there any damages to Russ’ Camel and Petr’s Strutter? My friend from Israel – Arie Levkovich – put a Rorec 2800 on his Murphy Renegade Spirit.

Is the Rotec r-3600 engine a good engine?

We are are confident with our R-3600 engine and have now about 140 h flight time. The engine performs very well. However, we have to admit, that we might have the smallest prop of all 2 blade powered 9-cyl Rotecs. We met Petr with his Sopwith strutter in 2008.

How big is the oil tank on a Rotec radial?

The familiar Rotec R2800 from Australia is a more traditional design with an external oil sump. 7 cylinders. Gear reduction: 3:2 (Rated power at 2400 prop RPM.) Dry weight: 102kg, 224 lbs including all bolt-on accessories, but NOT including the external oil tank! Diameter: 810mm, 31.9 inches.

Are Rotec radial engines reliable? Rotec is obviously not an reliable engine. Seem to be poor craftmanship when you read statements and ask around what people have to say. The Verner engine is perhaps a better option, now when they also have a 9 cylinder variant. Where are Rotec engines made? Australia The Rotec R2800…