Benz Bz.II

Bz.II
Type 6-cyl. water-cooled in-line piston engine
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Benz & Cie

The Benz Bz.II was a six-cylinder, water-cooled, inline engine developed in Germany for use in aircraft in 1913. With a displacement of 14.3 L (875 cu in), it developed 75 kW (100 hp) at 1,200 rpm. It had cast-iron cylinders and the valves were operated by dual camshafts.[1]

Applications

Specifications (variant)

General characteristics

  • Type: 6-cyl. water-cooled in-line piston engine
  • Displacement: 14.34 l (875.1 cu in)

Performance

  • Power output: 75 kW (101 hp) at 1,200 rpm

References

  1. Gunston, Bill (1986). World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines. Wellingborough: Patrick Stephens. pp. 22–23.

Bibliography

  • Gunston, Bill (1986). World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines. Wellingborough: Patrick Stephens. pp. 22–23.
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