Is this the future of Tow Vehicle engines ?

Razorback

Active Member

• Mar 6, 2011

• #1

Watch the attachment for an explanation of how it works. Very interesting!

Predictions of 40% better fuel economy with gas or diesel with this new engine.


http://www.engineeringtv.com/video/Opposed-Piston-Opposed-Cylinder

 

JohnDar

Prolifically Gabby Member

• Mar 6, 2011

• #2

Very interesting, indeed.

 

Crumgater

Well-known member

• Mar 7, 2011

• #3

Looks a lot like the Subaru Boxer engine...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-G5TcWg0TMc

 

Crumgater

Well-known member

• Mar 7, 2011

• #4

I stand corrected... the boxer and OP engines are "mechanically different"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opposed-piston_engine