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Automotive Suralmo-Hyperbar engines for use in tanks
Thanks guys, I really appreciate the info. @Pkruse: Regarding switching to a turbine as the Abrams did, that brings up a number of design issues, such as heat and fuel consumption. However, from what I gather a small, unloaded turbine would be very efficient. On the plus side it also...- C. Cadaver
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Automotive Suralmo-Hyperbar engines for use in tanks
Hello all, I am currently doing some for-fun reading on tank engines, and I've been told that a hyperbar engine would be an excellent choice for a tank engine. My question then is would a hyperbar engine provide a good power to weight ratio for a tank requiring a 1300kW engine? How would...- C. Cadaver
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