Performance

 

 

The SXE-3000 has a marvelous performance for the size and the horsepower available, here are the numbers:

 

-         Single stage centrifugal compressor and centrifugal turbine impellers.  

-   135 to 185 lb. with choice of accessories.

-         Single igniter with single coil, constant ignition (up to 23,000 RPM)

-         Annular combustion chamber with flame turning at 45 degrees of inclination.

-         Six main fuel injectors plus one starting injector (up to 23,000 RPM)

-         Up to 280 hp at 65,000 RPM  (20 seconds)

-         Fuel pump rated up to 600 psi.

-         Oil pump rated up to 150 psi.

-         Oil type 5W-30 synthetic

-         Partially regenerative combustion chamber increases compression

-         Two sets of planetary gears

-         6,000 hours T.B.O.

-         T.B.O. performed by the owner after taking classes

-         T.B.O. kit has ALL necessary items for rebuilding the engine

-         12 Volts electrical system, single battery

-         Generator or Alternator available upon request

-         Standard reduction 23:1 (different upon request)

-         Pressure output (bleed air) for instruments or pressurization

-         Option of hydraulic prop governor with separate pump and oil tank

 

 

Max Pwr.                                       65,000 – 280 Hp.

Take off Pwr.                                 61,000 - 266 Hp.

75% Pwr.                                       50,500 – 210 Hp.

55% Pwr.                                       42,000 – 150 Hp.

Idle                                                11,500

 

Specific Fuel Consumption             0.47 lb./Hp/Hr.

Max altitude                                   28,000 ft.

Temperatures – Ambient                -65 to 125 F.

                          Max                     1180 F.

                          Cruise                  890 F.

                          I.T.T.   Max.        1890 F.

Oil consumption                             1 quart/100 hrs.

Residual trust                                 150 lb. at Hp

               75      lb. at Hp

Compressor airflow                       93 cu. Ft/sec. @ 61,000 rpm

              76      cu. Ft/sec. @ 60,500 rpm

Output shaft (23:1)                        500 rpm idle

                                                    2500 rpm cruise

                                                    2800 rpm take off

                                                    3050 rpm emergency (20 seconds)