Benz Patent-Motorwagen Replica

The Benz Patent-Motorwagen replica is a meticulously crafted historical vehicle, modeled after the first gasoline-powered car created by Karl Benz in 1886. This rare and distinctive three-wheeler sports a solid rubber rear tire mounted on a wooden-spoked wheel, contrasting with the two smaller steel-spoked wheels at the front. The engine, a single-cylinder four-stroke unit with a 93cc displacement, generates approximately 0.5 horsepower at 250 revolutions per minute and propels the vehicle to a maximum speed of roughly 10 kilometers per hour. Among its notable features is the manually operated rear wheel drive system, which uses a chain connected directly to the crankshaft for propulsion. An equally fascinating aspect is the fuel supply, consisting of two interchangeable tank units that can be easily removed from either side of the engine block for refilling with liquid fuel. The benz Patent-Motorwagen replica embodies the early pioneers' spirit of innovation in automotive engineering, offering enthusiasts an authentic experience behind a vehicle that laid the foundation for modern motorized transportation.

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