Outboard motor: West Bend, 7.5 hp

Maker
West Bend Aluminium Company (estab. 1911, closed 2003)
 Production date
1955
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Description
West Bend 7.5 horsepower fresh-water outboard motor in very original condition, c 1951-1952. Dark grey top cover with brand decals over cast aluminium fuel tank, with a pressed steel starter and aluminium lower leg. This model of Fresh-water outboard motor was very popular for trout fishing.
Accession number
1992.1
Museum System ID
1215
Collection type
Objects
Classification
Outboard Motor
Maker and role
West Bend Aluminium Company (estab. 1911, closed 2003): Manufacturer
Media/Materials
Cast aluminium: 0 - Whole
Steel: 0 - Whole
Measurement details
3D objects (HxWxD): H 1000 x W 2000 x D 6300mm: 0 - Whole
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