| Accession Number | REL/12297 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Vehicle |
| Maker |
Nihon Nainenki |
| Place made | Japan |
| Date made | c1936-1944 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Kurogane Type 95 scout car engine
Description
Gasoline engine from a Kurogane 'black medal' scout car, 4 by 4, type 95. Type: 4 cycle, 45 degree v, 2- cylinder, air cooled capacity: 1399cc transmission: selective sliding type, 3 forward and 1 reverse Serial no: 22206(engine); 23793(gearbox); 88567(carburetter) Markings: Leno(gearbox)
History / Summary
A number of these vehicles were brought back to Australia and sold by the Commonwealth disposals commission after WWII. It is understand that this motor was later fitted to a racing car.