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Han's steamlaunch

This is the first picture of Han's steamlaunch project.
ENGINE
The compound, HP = 1.7", LP = 3", Stroke = 2".
Special feature: main bearings are lubricated through the main driving shaft which is hollow.
BOILER
Next will be build the Yarrow boiler, 15,9 liter, 8 Bar.
Picture above: At an exibition in Barneveld / The Netherlands:
While dad only has an engine to show off with, his son proudly presents a complete and running steamplant with stunning dimensions:
Boiler: vertical fire tube boiler, total volume 2,5 CC
Eengine:  2 mm bore and 4 mm stroke
We will keep you informed about the progresses of Han.

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