Object Details
Manufacturer
Elbridge Engine Company (Rochester, New York)
Physical Description
Type: Reciprocating, In-line, 3 cylinders, water-cooled, two-stroke cycle
Horsepower: 22 - 34 kW (30 - 45 hp) at 1,400 rpm
Displacement: 3.70 L (226 cu in)
Bore and Stroke: 117.48 mm (4.625 in) x 114.30 mm (4.5 in)
Weight (wet): 68.1 kg (150 lb)
Summary
The Elbridge Engine Company of Rochester, New York built light-weight, two-cycle marine engines. Several were sold to builders of aircraft such as Curtiss and Farman types between 1908 and 1910. In particular, they were used by flying schools to teach amateur pilots.
Two cycle engines were not used very long because of high fuel consumption, and were replaced by reliable four-cycle engines within a few years. Elbridge engines were unique in having an unlimited warranty on manufacturing defects.
Credit Line
Gift of William D. Parker
Date
1910
Inventory Number
A19560077000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PROPULSION-Reciprocating & Rotary
Materials
Metal
Dimensions
3-D: 81.3 × 31.8 × 51.4cm, 68kg (32 × 12 1/2 × 20 1/4 in., 150lb.)
Support: 69.9 × 71.1 × 54.6cm (27 1/2 in. × 28 in. × 21 1/2 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
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Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19560077000