Updated: 21-May-2019
In 1913, Al Hofer in Chicago presented an engine that gave 10/12 hp at 1,200 rpm, and had a displacement of 115 cu in.
-It had 4 cylinders in line, was water-cooled and weighed 120 lbs. It had an Eisseman magneto and a motorcycle carburetor.
-We show a photograph of this engine below. Photography thanks to Dan Shumaker.
“Hofer” (PiP)
Engines of HOFER
Model: 10-12 HP
Arquitecture: 4-cylinder In-line
Cooling:
Total Displacement: 115 cu. in.
Bore / Stroke:
Power: 12 HP @ 1200 rpm
Weight: 120 Lb
"Hofer engine"