Larzac 04
Larzac 04
The Larzac 04, a two-shaft turbofan engine, was developed between 1969 and 1973. From 1975 to 1988, 1,274 units were manufactured by MTU together with its partners Safran Aircraft Engines, Safran Helicopter Engines and KHD (today Rolls-Royce Deutschland). MTU was responsible for the manufacture of approximately 25 percent of the parts and for post-development support. MTU’s stake in the manufacturing of the engine primarily includes the hot section from the combustor inlet to the turbine exit.
The Larzac 04 powers the Alpha Jet trainer and light fighter aircraft. The Alpha Jet is still in service in France and in twelve other countries.
Facts
- EIS: 1979
- Two-shaft turbofan engine with a thrust category 3,000 lbf
- Fully automatic control unit
- Modular design
- On-condition maintenance
MTU competencies
- Program share: 25%
- Development and manufacture of combustor, high-pressure turbine and housing
Partners
- Rolls-Royce Deutschland
- Safran Aircraft Engines
Application
- Dornier-Dassault Alpha Jet
Technical Data
Max. thrust | 3,000 lbf |
Pressure ratio | 11.1:1 |
Bypass ratio | 1:1.04 |
Length | 47 in |
Max. diameter | 30 in |
Weight | 650 lbs |