Sauer S 1800 UL
| Sauer S 1800 UL | |
|---|---|
| Type | Horizontally opposed piston engine |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Sauer Flugmotorenbau GmbH |
| Major applications | Ultralight and homebuilt aircraft |
| Developed from | Volkswagen air-cooled engine |
The Sauer S 1800 UL is a four stroke aircraft engine designed for homebuilt and ultralight aircraft.[1][2]
Design and development
The engine is based on the Volkswagen air-cooled engine. It is extensively modified for aircraft use and all the parts are custom made. The engine is derived from the certified engines produced by the same manufacturer and used in several motorgliders and small aircraft.[1]
Applications
Specifications (variant)
General characteristics
- Bore: 92mm
- Stroke: 69mm
- Displacement: 1835cc
- Dry weight: 63 kg
Components
- Valvetrain: Single overhead exhaust valve, single overhead inlet valve per cylinder
- Fuel system: Bing carburetor with altitude compensation
- Fuel type: min 95 RON
- Cooling system: Air-cooled
Performance
- Power output: 68hp at 3200 rpm
- Compression ratio: 8.5:1
See also
References
- ^ a b [1], Sauer Flugmotorenbau GmbH
- ^ Experimenter: 25. September 2013.
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