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The Engine

Specifications

The BMW 801 was first run in 1938 and went into production in 1940. Its 14 cylinders were arranged in two rows of seven cylinders. The 801 was fuel injected and had a control unit that gave the pilot automatic, single-lever control of the engine.

	14-cylinder radial piston
	Displacement: 2,550 cubic inches (41.8 liters)
	Bore x Stroke: 156 x 156 mm

Models

Used by

801 D-2: 1,700 hp (1266 kW)

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page updated 22 December 2007