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Geiger HDP 13.5

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HDP 13.5
Type Electric aircraft engine
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Geiger Engineering

The Geiger HDP 13.5 is a German electric motor for powering electric aircraft, designed and produced by Geiger Engineering of Seigendorf, Hirschaid, Oberfranken.[1]

Design and development

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The HDP 13.5 is a brushless 58 volt design producing 13.5 kW (18 hp), with an outrunner coil. It has a 93% efficiency. The low working rpm of the engine means that it can turn a propeller at efficient speeds without the need for a reduction drive.[1]

Specifications (HDP 13.5)

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Data from Tacke[1]

General characteristics

  • Type: Brushless electric aircraft engine
  • Length: 181 mm (7.1 in)
  • Diameter: 215 mm (8.5 in)
  • Dry weight: 4.70 kg (10.4 lb)

Components

Performance

See also

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Related development

Related lists

References

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  1. ^ a b c Tacke, Willi; Marino Boric; et al: World Directory of Light Aviation 2015-16, pages 262-263. Flying Pages Europe SARL, 2015. ISSN 1368-485X
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