Daimler motorcycle, 1880s C017 / 6883
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Daimler motorcycle, 1880s C017 / 6883
Early Daimler motorcycle. 19th-century construction plans for a Sitzrad motorcycle with a Daimler engine. Daimler is a German car manufacturer founded in 1890 following the invention of the petrol engine by German engineer Gottlieb Daimler (1834-1900). Daimlers early work had included using his engine in a motorcycle in 1885, the Daimler Reitwagen. This wood engraving dates from circa 1888
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1888 Blueprint Blueprints Early Engineering German Germany Motor Vehicle Petrol Engine Plans Transport Transportation Gottlieb Daimler
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This print takes us back to the 1880s, offering a glimpse into the early days of Daimler motorcycles. The image showcases an intricate wood engraving that depicts the construction plans for a Sitzrad motorcycle equipped with a revolutionary Daimler engine. Daimler, a renowned German car manufacturer established in 1890, owes its origins to the brilliant mind of Gottlieb Daimler. This visionary engineer is credited with inventing the petrol engine and had already experimented with incorporating it into motorcycles as early as 1885 when he introduced the groundbreaking Daimler Reitwagen. The monochrome artwork featured here dates back to around 1888 and exemplifies both historical engineering and technological advancements of that era. It serves as a testament to Germany's rich automotive history and Europe's contribution to motor vehicle development during this period. Transportation enthusiasts will appreciate this rare blueprint, which provides valuable insights into how these pioneering machines were designed and constructed over a century ago. Its inclusion in Science Photo Library's collection highlights their commitment to preserving important moments from our past. As we admire this remarkable piece, let us acknowledge Gottlieb Daimler's significant contributions not only to his namesake company but also to the broader realm of transportation innovation.
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