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Although possibly better known by its later luxury automobiles, Maybach Motorenbau G.m.b.H. of Friedrichshafen, German was originally the engine building subsidiary of the German Zeppelin Company (Luftschiffbau Zeppelin G.m.b.H.).

Built between 1909 and 1913 specifically for airships, this engine is believed to be a Maybach Model AZ. Engines like it powered airships built by Zeppelin, Schutte-Lanz, Parseval, and Gross. This engine was modified in the 1920s to adapt it to marine use.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Date Circa 1909-1913 Country of Origin Germany Type PROPULSION-Reciprocating & Rotary Manufacturer Maybach Motorenbau G.m.b.H. (Friedrichshafen a/Bodensee, Germany)
 Physical Description Type: Reciprocating, 6 cylinders, In-line, Water-cooled Power rating: 104 kw (140hp) at 1,050 rpm Displacement: 20.5 L (1,251 cu. in.) Bore and Stroke: 160 mm (6.3in) x 170 mm (6.69 in) Weight: 449 kg (990 lb) Dimensions Other: 51 x 72 x 34in. (129.5 x 182.9 x 86.4cm)
Overall (On stand): 652.3kg (1438lb.)
 Materials Steel, Aluminum, Rubber, Copper, Phenolic, Paint, Preservative coating, Glass, Ceramic
 Inventory Number A19791399000 Credit Line Gift of the Family of A. Norman Gallagher. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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