BMW 801 aero engine

BMW 801 aero engine

Details

Category:
Aircraft Propulsion
Object Number:
1951-379
type:
engines
credit:
Air Ministry (Air Historical Branch)

Parts

Section of casing from BMW 801 aero engine

Section of casing from BMW 801 aero engine

Section of casing from BMW 801 aero engine

Object Number:
1951-379/2
type:
coverings

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