Starboard engine of the Belle of Louisville

3,673 views · Published 22 August 2009 · 0:50 · Indexed 9 October 2026

Channel: Wayne Grenning · 2009 · Autos & Vehicles

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The Starboard engine in the engine room of the "Belle of Louisville"  The engine was originally built for another ship in the late 1800.  After completing its service there it was removed and installed on this ship when built in 1914.  This video was taken in August of 2009.  

Statistics:  
Each engine - 450 HP
boiler pressure about 190 psi
boiler make up water  - raw river water
fuel consumption - 150 gallons per hour
Connecting rod ( Pitman rod) steel reinforced wood
Paddle wheel - 24 feet long 17" in diameter weighs 34,000 lbs
This boat is completely steam powered

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