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Full Reduction Gear

This animation presents the full propeller reduction gearing. Note the array of 15 dual-radius pinions required to transmit 2000+ horsepower to the propeller through a 1:2 gear reduction.

GO TO: Summary of "Inside the Radials"   *  Crankshaft with one row of pistons   *  Crankshaft and all pistons   *  Second order counterbalances   *  Valve trains   *  Cam rings   *  Supercharger drive (front view)   *  Supercharger drive (rear view)   *  Propeller reduction gear (outer gear removed)   *  Propeller reduction gear (complete)   *  Complete engine