Anzani Aero engine
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| Manufacturer | Alessandro Anzani |
| Production years | 1912 - 1915 |
| Production location | France |
The 6-cylinder Anzani radial aero engine.
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History
Italian motorcycle builder, Alessandro Anzani (1877 - 1956) produced the first practical air-cooled 3-cylinder radial engine. This type of engine powered Louis Bleriot’s aeroplane, the first to fly across the English channel in 1909.
After this success, Anzani wanted to produce a smoother and more powerful engine and this double banked version with a total of six cylinders was the result.
Between 1912 and 1915, Clyde Cessna, an American aircraft builder, used these engines to power several monoplanes.
How it Worked
Type: Air-cooled, 6-cylinder radial engine
Country: France
Rating: 60hp at 1250rpm
Weight: 165kg (363lbs)
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In the Science Museum's Records
Inv. No: 1966-11