Benz & Cie. proves first German V12-aeroengine

  • Date
    December 1914
  • Description
    Bench-testing of the DV model, the first German V12 aeroengine commences at Benz & Cie. However, the 250 hp / 184 kW twelve-cylinder unit, which weighs in at 425 kg and has a displacement of 20.3 litres, does not go into production.
Benz DV aeroengine with 250 hp on an engine test stand in Mannheim, 1914/15
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Benz DV
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