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Maybach In-line 6 Engine, ca. 1916-1917. Creator: Maybach Motorenbau
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Maybach In-line 6 Engine, ca. 1916-1917. Creator: Maybach Motorenbau
This World War I engine, built by Germanys Maybach, was of the type that powered the Zeppelin, Schutte-Lanz, and Parseval airships or airplanes such as the Rumpler C4 and C5. Without measurements of the artifact it is not possible to determine if it was the water-cooled, six-cylinder, in-line design rated at 149 kW (200 shp) that powered the airships, or the derivative of this engine, known as the 224 kW (300 shp) Maybach, that powered the airplanes. The artifact is heavily damaged. It is probable that it was removed from a downed airship for technical analysis. This engine was part of a collection of foreign power plants that was assembled by the U.S. Army Air Corps, Materiel Division at McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio
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This print showcases the remarkable Maybach In-line 6 Engine, dating back to approximately 1916-1917. Created by Maybach Motorenbau in Germany during World War I, this engine played a crucial role in powering various airships and airplanes of that era. Although the exact specifications of this artifact are unknown due to its damaged state, it is believed to be either the water-cooled, six-cylinder, in-line design rated at 149 kW (200 shp) used for airships or its derivative - the 224 kW (300 shp) Maybach engine employed by airplanes such as the Rumpler C4 and C5. The photograph suggests that this particular engine was likely salvaged from a downed airship for technical analysis. It forms part of an extensive collection of foreign power plants assembled by the U. S. Army Air Corps' Materiel Division at McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio. The National Air and Space Museum proudly preserves this historical artifact within its scientific institution. With its intricate steel aluminum textile paint rubber brass wood preservative coating construction, this Maybach In-line 6 Engine exemplifies technological advancements prevalent during World War I. Its significance lies not only in its contribution to propulsion reciprocating rotary systems but also as a testament to German engineering prowess during that tumultuous period. As we admire this heritage art piece captured with vibrant colors and attention to detail, let us reflect upon the immense impact technology had on warfare and aviation development throughout history.
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