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Dave Hadfield
PostPosted: Fri Jan 24, 2014 12:35 pm 
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Can the wikipedia entries be right regarding these two?

It lists the Ranger L-440, C-2 (the 175 hp model) at 376 lbs. The W-670 at 992 lbs.

Seems unlikely.

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It's closer to 400 pounds, depending on the version and installation.
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And does the radial really weigh almost 1000 lbs?

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TCDS state 425# dry for the R-670

http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guida ... E/TC80.pdf
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That weight is probably for the tank engine with the fan and mount.
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