Benz Bz.IIIb
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The Benz Bz.IIIb was an eight-cylinder, water-cooled, V-engine developed in Germany for use in aircraft in 1918.
| Bz.IIIb | |
|---|---|
| Type | 8-cylinder Vee water-cooled piston engine |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Benz & Cie. |
Design and development
Inspired by the Hispano-Suiza 8, some of which were captured and tested, the Benz Bz.IIIb was a fairly large engine, but its performance was disappointing. Despite not being accepted for service use a number of late World War I prototype German aircraft used the Bz.IIIb, the Benz IIIbo and the geared Benz IIIbm. The latter suffered vibration problems.[1]
Applications
Specifications (Benz Bz.IIIb)
General characteristics
- Type: 8-cylinder liquid-cooled 90° V engine[2]
- Bore: 135 mm (5.31 in)[2]
- Stroke: 135 mm (5.31 in)[2]
- Displacement: 15.46 L (943 cu in)
- Length: 1,300 mm (51 in)[3]
- Width: 860 mm (34 in)[3]
- Height: 850 mm (33 in)[3]
- Dry weight: 257 kg (568lb)[3]
Components
- Fuel system: Carburetor
- Cooling system: Liquid-cooled
Performance
- Power output: maximum 200 hp at 1,750 rpm[2]
