Mercedes engine

12 March 2001, 07:35 AM

I am searching for factory drawings of the Mercedes D111a series of engines. Anyone knew where copies my be found?

12 March 2001, 10:05 AM

I know this sounds a little crazy, but take a peek into JANES FIGHTING AIRCRAFT OF WW1. It has a large section on engines and the Mercedes DIIIa is scrutinized at length.

Byron

14 March 2001, 03:27 PM

I think there are several good sources for these. I believe the Smithsonian's book on their Albatros D.Va restoration also includes some. I'll have to check.

14 March 2001, 07:01 PM

Hi R.G.,

Where are you going with this? If you are building a model, there is a very good book out of Australia. If you are doing more, there may be other possibilities as well.

Best,
Dave W.

15 March 2001, 04:34 PM

For Dave Watts: What is the title of the book
out of Australia on this subject?

16 March 2001, 03:10 AM

Hi RG!
The book is called "The Daimler Mercedes D.IIIa Aircraft Engine. A Guide for Modellers." by Paul Butler. You can reach him at the following address:
Ibina Holdings P/L
Box 446,
Heidelberg,
Victoria. 3084

The cost, when I purchased a copy, was Aus $22 plus Aus $6 for postage. With our dollar down the sewer, you should pick one up for a song!
Hope this helps. If you have any trouble, e-mail me and I'll see what I can do.
Les