BMW Chassis Plates

Object/Artifact

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Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Name/Title

BMW Chassis Plates

Entry/Object ID

2024.14.179

Description

The image shows a rectangular metal plate, automotive identifier from Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW), indicating its branch location in Eisenach. The plate features several sections with German text, which are intended for technical specifications or identification details such as "Baujahr" (year of production), "Baumuster" (model), "Fabrik Nr." (serial number), "Hubraum" (engine displacement), "Brems PS" (brake horsepower), and other details like the permissible total weight and axle loads.

Collection

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder Collection, Simeone - Automobilia

Category

Automobilia, BMW

Acquisition

Accession

2024.14

Source or Donor

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1955

Dimensions

Height

7.5 cm

Width

10.5 cm

Location

Wooden Display Box

DB18

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good