| GEN 125 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Aircraft engine |
| National origin | Japan |
| Manufacturer | GEN Corporation |
| Major applications | GEN H-4 |
The GEN 125 is a Japanese aircraft engine, designed and produced by the GEN Corporation for use in ultralight helicopters.[1]
Design and development
The engine is a twin cylinder two-stroke, horizontally-opposed, air-cooled, 124 cc (7.6 cu in), direct-drive, gasoline engine design. It employs capacitor discharge ignition and produces 8 hp (6 kW) at 8500 rpm. The engine weighs 3 kg (6.6 lb).[1]
The engine was designed specifically for the GEN H-4 helicopter, in which four of the engines are mounted to provide redundancy.[1]
Variants
- GEN 125
- Base model producing 8 hp (6 kW)[1]
- GEN 125-F
- Model producing 10 hp (7 kW)[1]
Applications
Specifications (GEN 125)
Data from World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-12[1]
General characteristics
- Type: Twin cylinder, two stroke aircraft engine
- Displacement: 124 cc (7.6 cu in)
- Dry weight: 3 kg (6.6 lb)
Components
- Fuel type: gasoline
- Cooling system: liquid or air
Performance
- Power output: 8 hp (6 kW) at 8500 rpm
See also
Related lists
References
- ^ a b c d e f Bayerl, Robby; Martin Berkemeier; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-12, pages 191 and 238-239. WDLA UK, Lancaster UK, 2011. ISSN 1368-485X
External links
- Official website
- Video of the GEN 125 engines in flight in the GEN H-4
