Description
You are bidding on a STUNNING example of an original WW2 US Army / Navy Aircraft Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Master Connecting Rod Presentation Piece! Professionally polished and complete with an ORIGINAL wartime Pratt & Whitney Engine Badge, and Display Clock, this an original component from the legendary R-2800 Double Wasp Radial Engine – one of the most important aircraft engines of the Second World War!
The Pratt & Whitney R-2800 powered many of the most iconic Allied aircraft of the war, including the Vought F4U Corsair; P-47 Thunderbolt; F6F Hellcat; Douglas A-26 Invader; Douglas DC-6; Grumman F6F Hellcat; Martin B-26 Marauder; Vought F4U Corsair, and numerous bombers and transport aircraft! As a Master Connecting Rod, this component sat at the heart of the engine’s radial configuration, transferring power from multiple cylinders to the crankshaft. Surviving components from these engines are highly sought after due to their historical significance and association with some of the most successful aircraft designs of the era.
Made of steel, this is an AMAZING piece of history Featuring a high-quality mirror polish, there are no cracks, repairs, or structural damage, and all surfaces remain solid and intact! The integrated clock (modern) is fully FUNCTIONAL with a clean, clear face and no scratches or fogging, and complements the piece well as a display feature. The ORIGINAL wartime Pratt & Whitney Engine Badge is present with near-perfect enamel and light patina, securely mounted with minor visible adhesive consistent with its installation. Original markings and part numbers are present throughout. A BEAUTIFUL and substantial display piece…PERFECT for any collection or display!
