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Wright R-1820B
Cyclone Engine

This is an early production R-1820B rated at 575 hp. Later versions had much improved performance, with several late versions rated at 1,525 hp. The Boeing B-17G was powered by four Wright R-1820-65 "Cyclones" rated at 1,200 hp each.

Wright R-1820


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