Ford Model N Inline 4-cylinder Engine, 1906
THF101063 / Ford Model N Inline 4-cylinder Engine, 1906
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Artifact Overview
Henry Ford's vision was to create light, low-priced automobiles with an "up-to-date engine with ample horsepower, and built of the very best material." This inexpensive engine powered the 1906 Ford Model N. Its four cylinders provided 15 horsepower and the capability of driving 45 miles per hour. At $500, the Model N was a bargain. And it put Ford one step closer to his vision.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Automobile engine
Date Made
1906
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
37.266.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Aluminum alloy
Paint (Coating)
Color
Black (Color)
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 21.5 in
Length: 41.5 in
Depth: 23 in
Inscriptions
Plate on carburetor: FORD MOTOR CO. / DETROIT MICH / MODEL - N H / PATENTED / 9-1508 - 2-2-09 - 9-5-11 - 10-10-11 / 11-2-15 - OTHERS PENDING
Stamped on carburetor: MADE IN U.S.A.
Marked: ENGINE NO. 392 3N 402
Printed on sparkplugs: CHAMPION / REG.U.S. PAT OFF
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