Description
The Bramo 323 Fafnir is a nine-cylinder radial aircraft engine of the World War II era. Based heavily on Siemens/Bramo’s earlier experience producing the Bristol Jupiter under licence, the Bramo 323 saw limited use. BMW bought Bramo in 1939 and continued production to supply the small number of designs that already used it, notably the Do17. The naming at this point becomes somewhat confusing, with BMW, Bramo and Fafnir being used almost interchangeably depending on the source. 5,500 were produced before the assembly lines were shut down in 1944.
The final versions, P, R and T, featured a two-speed supercharger for better all-around performance. This allowed it to generate 1,000 PS at sea level as in the C/D models, but improved altitude performance considerably, delivering 940 PS at 4,000 m (13,000 ft). The R-2 subtype added MW 50 water-methanol injection for added low-altitude performance, boosting power to 1,200 PS at 2,600 rpm.
Made of aluminum, this Main Engine data plate is in EXCELLENT used condition! Recovered from a wreck in Germany, there are some slight bends and damage, however, all information is still intact, clearly indicating: 9-323 R-218019
As this has the “R-2” Suffix, this would have originated from a Fw200 or Do24. Usually mounted on the nose casing, I have indicated its EXACT location in the last photo. Would make a PERFECT addition to any collection, display, or restoration project!
