{"product_id":"second-hand-tartan-1-32-22cc-vintage-single-cylinder-glow-model-aircraft-engine","title":"Second Hand Tartan 1.32 22cc Vintage Single-Cylinder Glow Model Aircraft Engine (Box 161)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1334\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eintage \u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eTartan 1.32\u003c\/strong\u003e large-capacity model aircraft engine, an Italian-built single-cylinder two-stroke glow engine designed for large radio-controlled and scale model aircraft. The Tartan range was marketed through \u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eWorld Engines\u003c\/strong\u003e and became particularly associated with large-scale model aviation during the late 1970s and 1980s. The Tartan 1.32 is a substantial and relatively unusual engine, offering approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e1.325 cubic inches \/ 21.7 cc\u003c\/strong\u003e displacement.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eThe engine has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e32 mm bore and 27 mm stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving a displacement of approximately 21.7 cc (1.325 cu in). It is an air-cooled, single-cylinder, two-stroke glow engine with a large finned cylinder and substantial crankcase designed for the demands of large model aircraft. The published Model Engine News reference records the Tartan 1.32 as a glow engine and gives a weight of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e35.1 oz (995 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1718\" data-content-reference-end=\"1737\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eThe Tartan 1.32 was intended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003elarge-scale and giant-scale radio-controlled aircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its considerable torque and relatively low operating speed made it particularly suitable for turning large-diameter propellers. Contemporary information records the engine being used with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eTop Flite 18 × 6 propeller at approximately 7,000 rpm\u003c\/strong\u003e, illustrating the type of large propeller for which this engine was designed. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2163\" data-content-reference-end=\"2182\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eThe Tartan range is also historically interesting because the larger engines were offered in both \u003cstrong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eglow and ignition versions\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Tartan engines being marketed for large aircraft during this period. Contemporary advertising from the early 1980s describes the Tartan range as including large single-cylinder and twin-cylinder engines in glow and ignition configurations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2559\" data-content-reference-end=\"2579\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eThis example is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eused vintage condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and shows normal cosmetic signs of age and previous use, including surface oxidation\/tarnishing and marks to the aluminium castings. It retains its large finned cylinder, original-style carburettor, propeller driver and rear crankcase assembly. The photographs indicate a substantially complete engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eThe engine turns over freely\u003c\/strong\u003e, as confirmed by the seller. It should, however, be regarded as \u003cstrong data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003euntested\/running condition not confirmed\u003c\/strong\u003e, unless the seller has subsequently run the engine. The condition therefore makes it suitable for a vintage aircraft restoration, large-scale model project, collection or mechanical restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003eThis is a particularly interesting engine for collectors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003elarge vintage model aircraft engines\u003c\/strong\u003e, as the Tartan 1.32 is considerably less commonly encountered than the smaller .60–.90 class engines from manufacturers such as OS, SuperTigre, Webra and Enya. Its large physical size, unusual appearance and association with the early giant-scale movement make it an appealing period engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11u98t5\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3777\"\u003eTechnical information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"4489\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9u7val\" data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3811\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3781\" data-end=\"3804\"\u003eManufacturer\/brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tartan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dd5pvz\" data-start=\"3812\" data-end=\"3845\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3839\"\u003eManufacturing origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wb3vpb\" data-start=\"3846\" data-end=\"3870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3848\" data-end=\"3858\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tartan 1.32\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c2nt97\" data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3922\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003eEngine type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-cylinder, two-stroke glow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g5h0v\" data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3942\"\u003eDisplacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3957\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003e21.7 cc \/ 1.325 cu in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ejlakp\" data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4004\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003eBore:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4004\"\u003e32 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qhwllv\" data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4028\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4007\" data-end=\"4018\"\u003eStroke:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4019\" data-end=\"4028\"\u003e27 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x36six\" data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4054\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003eCooling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air cooled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10rbb2d\" data-start=\"4055\" data-end=\"4091\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4066\"\u003eFuel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Methanol-based glow fuel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qyimab\" data-start=\"4092\" data-end=\"4137\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4094\" data-end=\"4117\"\u003eApproximate weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4137\"\u003e35.1 oz \/ 995 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o18p7x\" data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4190\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4162\"\u003eTypical propeller:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4177\" data-end=\"4190\"\u003e18 × 6 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ao6ebx\" data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4277\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4224\"\u003eDocumented operating speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4277\"\u003e7,000 rpm with an 18 × 6 propeller\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ihq955\" data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4338\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4280\" data-end=\"4297\"\u003eIntended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-scale and giant-scale R\/C aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tf1l3h\" data-start=\"4339\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4352\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4367\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003elate 1970s\/early 1980s\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19rw145\" data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4489\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4396\" data-end=\"4410\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used vintage engine; turns over freely; running condition not tested\/confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4491\" data-end=\"4773\"\u003eThe 1.32 was definitely established by \u003cstrong data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4538\"\u003e1980\u003c\/strong\u003e, as a published test appeared in \u003cem data-start=\"4572\" data-end=\"4593\"\u003eModel Aircraft News\u003c\/em\u003e in December 1980. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"4523\" data-content-reference-end=\"4542\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This places this engine firmly in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"4722\"\u003evintage large-model-engine era\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"4742\" data-end=\"4766\"\u003e45 years old or more\u003c\/strong\u003e today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tartan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57602037383548,"sku":"SMC-SH-Tarten1.32","price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0432\/8584\/0033\/files\/IMG_5711-2.jpg?v=1791382240","url":"https:\/\/sussex-model-centre.co.uk\/products\/second-hand-tartan-1-32-22cc-vintage-single-cylinder-glow-model-aircraft-engine","provider":"Sussex Model Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}