Chrysler

Walter P. Chrysler Museum, Auburn Hills, Michigan

Images from Kimble D. McCutcheon

The XI-2220 was an experimental liquid-cooled inverted 60° V-16 developed by Chrysler during World War II. In 1945 it was flown in a Republic XP-47H. It was rated at 2,500 hp @ 3,400 rpm. One of the three remaining engines is on display at the Walter P. Chrysler museum. The other two are at the New England Air Museum and National Air and Space Museum.

Chrysler XI-2220

Liquid-cooled inverted V-16

Chrysler XI-2220

The 60° vee angle resulted in uneven firing intervals and required special magnetos built by Wico.

Chrysler XI-2220

Another view of the magnetos.

Chrysler XI-2220

Aft Engine Accessories.

Chrysler XI-2220

Accessory Details

Chrysler XI-2220

A large aftercooler was installed.

Chrysler XI-2220

The crankshaft was divided into two V-8 halves, with the propeller driven from the center. Visible here are the propeller reduction gears, crank, con rods, and cylinder hold down nuts.