996GRX Engine
82 HP boxer uav engine with electronic injection 150A brushless starter generator with in-flight
Variable pitch propeller and gear reduction
Engine Overview
The 996GRX from Zanzottera Technologies SRL is a state-of-the-art propulsion solution tailored for unmanned aerial vehicles in the 350-450 kg class with high-altitude requirements.
Combining powerful two-stroke performance with innovative variable pitch and reduction drive technology, it maintains optimal thrust across a wide altitude range.
With adaptive environmental controls and advanced electronic management, the 996GRX is truly one-of-a-kind in the UAV market—designed for precision, endurance, and total operational confidence.
Technical Specification
Technical Specification
- Total Displacement: 996 cm³
- Rated Power: 82 HP @ 6000 RPM
- Sustained Power: 50 HP up to 13,000 ft
- Ignition System: Dual Redundant
- Cooling: Air-cooler with controlled flappers
- Fuel System: Double redundant fuel pumps, EFI
- Generator Output: 4.5 kW Brushless
- Communication Interfaces: RS232 & CANBUS
- Fuel Type: ≥ 95 Octane / 100LL + 2% oil
- SFC With mufflers: Better than 290 gr/HP/h
- SFC With stubs: Better than 350 g/HP/h
- ECU Data Storage: 1,000 h
- Dry Weight: 32.00 kg
Key Features
Key Features:
- Opposed four-cylinder boxer engine for smooth, balanced operation
- Power Output: 82 HP @ 6000 rpm with constant 50 HP sustained up to 13,000 ft
- Variable pitch propeller system for optimized thrust and fuel efficiency
- Reduction belt drive for smooth power transmission and reduced vibration
- Adaptive hot air intake mechanism for improved performance in varying conditions
- Single ECU manages fuel injection, ignition, variable pitch, and diagnostics
- Dual redundant fuel pumps for enhanced reliability
- Integrated diagnostics and data logging for mission assurance
- Exhaust options including stub pipes and full-length mufflers
- Rotation: Counter-clockwise (viewed from propeller side)
- Throttle governor control for precise engine speed regulation
- Communication Interfaces: RS232 & CANBUS
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