Boeing 8C
| Boeing 8C | |
|---|---|
| Type | Turbojet |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| Major applications | Ford Thunderbird |
The Boeing 8C was a gas turbine that was tested in a Ford Thunderbird.[1][2] The turbine was capable at 175hp and required exhaust pipes to be installed at the front out the side. It was developed around August 1955 to March 1956 after the Ford Thunderbird was released to the public. However, the project remained a secret until 2022.
See also
References
- ^ Florea, Ciprian (May 28, 2022), That Time Ford Built a Boeing Turbine-Powered Thunderbird
- ^ Smith, Christopher (March 31, 2022), Ford Built A Thunderbird With A Boeing Gas Turbine Engine In The '50s
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- Yeager, V. A. (1959). "Description and Service Experience of Various Boeing Gas-Turbine Marine Applications". ASME 1959 Gas Turbine Power Conference and Exhibit. doi:10.1115/59-GTP-8. ISBN 978-0-7918-7996-2. S2CID 110618369.