The first Run of the Prototype Engine

The prototype of the Z engine with the high swirl Z combustion system made its first run on 9.12.2003. The engine started with no problems. It was run at idle speed with no load. Dynamometer tests and measurements will be carried out in the future.

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Installation 1. Installation during the first run.
Installation 2. Installation during the first run.
Timo and the engine. Timo Janhunen and his engine after the first run.