1. DDz Quorum DD_Fenrir Posted September 21, 2021 1. DDz Quorum Report Share Posted September 21, 2021 The Mossie's engine settings are similar to the Spitfire IX but crucially not the same, particularly for settings above max continuous power. For your delectation and taken directly from the Pilot's Notes: PART III LIMITATIONS 51. Engine data Merlin 23 and 25 The principal engine limitations are as follows: Merlin 25 Supercharger gear R.P.M Boost lb./sq. in. Temp °C Coolant Temp °C Oil MAX. TAKE-OFF Low 3,000 +18* INTERMEDIATE 1 HR. LIMIT Low / High 2,850 +9 125 90 MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS Low / High 2,650 +7 105 (115)t 90 OPERATIONAL NECESSITY 5 MINS. LIMIT Low / High 3,000 +18* 135 105 *May not be used at r.p.m. below 2,850. t The temperature shown in brackets may be used if necessary for short periods only. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluBear Posted September 21, 2021 Report Share Posted September 21, 2021 Perfect, thanks mate! Going to have to memorise the 'picture' of those gauge settings, as the numbers are a little blurry in VR. A question, were the rpm gauges in order for fine tuning / synchronisation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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