IO-240 Series Engine Installation & Operation Manual
2-21
31 October 2011
Engine Description
2-3. Engine Specifications and Operating Limits
Table 2-1. IO-240-A Specifications and Operating Limits
General
Model
IO-240-A
FAA Type Certificate
E7S0
Installation Drawing Number
653200
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
Number of Cylinders
4
Firing Order
1-3-2-4
Time Between Overhaul (TBO)
2000 accumulated hours or 12 years
Bore
4.43 in.
112.7 cm
Stroke
3.875 in.
98.4 cm
Piston Displacement
240 cubic inches
L
Crankshaft Speed & Brake Horsepower
Rated Maximum Continuous Operation
1
125 BHP -0/+5% @ 2800 RPM
Crankshaft Speed (Maximum rated)
2800 rpm
Engine Idle Speed, Minimum
675 rpm
Rated Manifold Pressure
29.5 in. Hg Full Throttle (Sea Level)
Maximum Recommended Cruise
94 bhp @ 2550 rpm
1
Performance is based on sea level, standard day, zero water vapor pressure conditions at the throttle inlet and exhaust exit with no
engine accessory load. Standard day conditions are 29.92 in. Hg and 59°F. Horsepower will vary approximately 1% for each 10°F (5.6°
C) change in compressor inlet air temperature. Correction must also be made for the effect of exhaust back pressure and accessory
drive losses. Contact Continental Motors engineering for correction factors for specific applications.
Fuel System Specifications
Fuel Minimum Grade
2
100 or 100-LL
Fuel System Pressure & Flow
Refer to the Fuel System Operational Check in
Section 6-3.7.3 of the Maintenance and Over-
haul Manual (M-6)
Boost Fuel Pump Specifications
Refer to engine model specification
2
This engine is certified for operation with 100-LL Blue or 100 Green aviation fuel. If the minimum fuel grade is not available, use the next
higher available grade. Never use a lower grade fuel.
Fuel Consumption
Power Level
BHP (kW)
lbs./hr (max)
Rated Power, 100%
125 (93.2)
.560
Cruise, 75%
94 (70.0)
.404
Cruise, 65%
81 (60.4)
.407
Cruise, 55%
69 (51.5)
.406
Ignition
Spark Plugs to be used
FAA Approved Radio Shielded
Ignition Timing
22°± 1° BTC
Spark Plug Gap
Spark plug manufacturer’s specified gap.
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