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25th November 2005 | 19:54
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I have witnessed a 600 hp (R-1340) radial hand swung, by one man. Easy when the engine is cold. Almost impossible when warm.
When the first "pot ignites" there is ample time to get out of the way, before the second blade arrives.
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