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DLE-55

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LXXWA3
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499.99
 
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     This is the DLE 55cc Gasoline Powered Engine with Electronic Ignition.

FEATURES: Two crankshaft bearings-simple design for lighter weight Aluminum alloy crankcase Four petal V-type reed valve bottom induction system Walbro carburetor Fully automatic electronic ignition Two year limited warranty through Hobby Services beginning at date of purchase

INCLUDES: Engine, spark plug, standoffs, ignition, muffler, instruction manual

REQUIRES: 87 octane gasoline 2-cycle oil, mix ratio for this engine is 30 parts gas to one part oil and must be followed exactly for warranty consideration and optimum performance 4.8 - 6V battery for ignition (separate receiver style pack can be used) Propeller and field equipment

SPECS: Output Power: 5.5 HP at 7,500 RPM Best Performance RPM Range: 1,350 - 8,500 Maximum RPM: 8,500 Static Thrust: 14.2kg Pulling Force/100 meters altitude 12.5kg Pulling Force/1,800 meters altitude Displacement: 3.4cu in (55.6cc) Bore: 45mm Stroke: 35mm Compression Ratio: 7.6:1 Weight: Engine, 2.9lbs (1310g) Muffler, 3.5oz (100g) Ignition, 3.9oz (110g) Gasoline/Oil Mixture: 30:1 Gasoline Octane Rating: 87 Recommended Propellers: 22x8, 22x10, 23x8, 23x10 Spark Plug: CM6 Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers Same Side: 2.7" (68mm) Distance Between Mounting Hole Centers Opposite Side: 3.1" (80mm) Height from bottom/Crankcase to top of Cylinder Head: 6.4" (162mm) Width of Cylinder Head: 3.1" (78.8mm) Length from Carburetor to Prop Washer: 6.2" (157mm) Length from Carburetor to Front Bearing: 5" (127mm) Distance Between Muffler Mounting Hole Centers: 1.6" (40mm)

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COMPLETION NOTES FROM THE TECH DEPARTMENT
This is the DLE 55cc Gasoline Powered Engine with Electronic Ignition. FEATURES: Two crankshaft bearings, Four petal V-type reed valve bottom, muffler induction system, Walbro carb, fully automatic electronic ignition, spark plug aluminum alloy crankcase REQUIRES: 87 octane gasoline, 2-cycle oil, propeller, 4.8 - 6V ignition battery

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