Engine, outboard
Name/Title
Engine, outboardEntry/Object ID
1990.028Description
Outboard engine, Mercury Is #14 on exhibit map. Mercury Rocket KD-4 1990.028 This is visibly the same motor as the Wizard Supertwin "6" (see acc. no. 88.035.039). Vertical block in-line two cylinder, six horsepower from 1947. Unique modern styling in front and exposed torpedo-shaped heads and spark-plug covers (one missing) in rear. Original labels showing starting and lubrication instructions are present and readable. Throttle, choke, and shift controls are all on the front of the engine, no controls on the tiller handle. Underwater exhaust. This engine is started with a knotted rope, instead of a ripcord as the Wizard is. On top of the flywheel it says made by Kiekhaefer Corporation, referring to Carl Kiekhaefer, founder of Mercury Marine.Collection
Outboard motorsAcquisition
Accession
1990.028Source or Donor
Gridley, MichaelMade/Created
Manufacturer
MercuryDate made
1947Edition
Model: KD 4 "Rocket"Notes
Early Date: 1947 Engine: 0.000 Cylinders: 2 HP: 6Other Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Other NumberOther Number
132419Location
*Cleveland E. Dodge Memorial Launch Building
Outboard Motor Display