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| Hispano-Suiza 12Z | |
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| Type | V-12 piston aero engine |
| National origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Hispano-Suiza |
| First run | 1939 |
| Major applications | Arsenal VB 10 Hispano Aviación HA-1112 Ikarus S-49C |
| Produced | 1944-1955 |
| Number built | 400[1] |
| Developed from | Hispano-Suiza 12Y |
The 12Z, designated Type 89 by the company, was the final production evolution of the series of Hispano-Suiza V-12 aircraft engines. The Z model was in the middle of development when France fell to the Germans during World War II. A small number were produced before and during the war but following the occupation of Vichy France, the German occupation government did not allow full-scale production to start. After the war development would resume and small numbers were built to equip new designs, but the rapid introduction of the jet engine ended further development.