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Continental

O-470-R

Six opposed cylinders with a large split case, lower intake and float carburetor, front-right oil cooler and fitted exterior accessories.

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  • Reviewed first exterior; dimensions, routes and materials include fitted approximations. Not exact installed OEM geometry.
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  • Internal mechanisms, functional flow and maintenance fit are not established.
  • Some reference photographs depict K/L/M family configurations, not an exact R installation.
  • Wire regularity, lower bends and simplified accessory finish remain.

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  1. Continental O-470 Operator Manual X30097

    Document host: s3.amazonaws.com

    August 2011 change 1; technical pages April 1985

    Reference pages: 1-1, 2-4, 2-5, 7-3, 7-4

    R effectivity, carburetor and accessory roles. Mirror hosts manufacturer-authored content.

  2. Continental 470 Engine Series

    Document host: continental.aero

    2026

    Reference pages: 1, 2

    R model-row facts and family appearance; not a dimensioned R installation.