Sorek 4
Bet Shemesh Engines' SOREK 4 engine is a low diameter simple turbojet engine. The engine is single shaft and has one axial and one centrifugal compressor stage driven by a single turbine.
The engine can be started by windmilling or by a special pyrotechnic starter, ignition is pyrotechnic. The engine features a full authority digital electronic control (FADEC). A 1.5 Kw alternator is integral in the engine.
Engine’s main features are:
Performance:
| Rated SLS thrust |
810 Lb |
(367 Kg) |
| SFC SLS (Lb/Lbf/hr) |
1.225 Lb/Hr |
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| Airflow |
12.3 Lb/Sec |
(5.6 (Kg/sec) |
| Altitude |
33,000 ft |
(11 Km) |
| Flight speed |
Mach 0.9 |
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Dimensions:
Dry weight |
159 Lb |
(72 Kg) |
Length |
42.6” |
(1082 mm) |
Max. Diameter |
13” |
(330 mm) |
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