A 3" x 5" x 4" compound steam engine rated at about 8 to 10 h.p. A very robust engine capable of many hours of hard work.

The 3454 is a compound version of the "M" engine. This engine should do a good job in boats from 23' to 30'.

Main bearings consist of six sealed ball bearings with no lubrication needed. Rod bearings are sealed ball bearings on both big and little ends. "D" valves. Cylinder drains--top and bottom of each cylinder--and one on each valve chest. All parts of valve gear use replaceable bronze bushings.

There are six blueprints, all drawn full size, and offered for sale separately if you want to study the drawings first. Otherwise, the prints come with the kit. All dimensions are in inches, and threads are American.

The casting set weighs about 400 pounds, being a mix of cast iron, aluminum and bronze. Machined reverse links are available for purchase separately. Price for ready to run engine is $7,200.

(Photos above courtesy of Mario Cruder, Cresskill, NJ.)

Bore:    3", "5"
Stroke:    4"
Shaft Size:    1 1/8"
Flywheel Diameter:    8"
Overall Height:    26"
Length Base:    27"
Width Base:    12.5"
Steam Inlet:    1/2" IP
Exhaust Pipe:    3/4" IP

Shipping Weight:    400 lbs.

We will arrange to ship this product by the most economical means. We will contact you to arrange shipping, and shipping charges will be added to your order only after we talk to you and have your approval.