A modern Bourke-style engine

[phi1.62]

Just came across this engine today, the Pattakon OPRE diesel engine. The inventor claims that the 500 cc engine weighs 20 Kg but is able to produce 50 kw @ 6000 rpm. If the engine weighs and produces as much power as the inventor claims then it would be great to use in a lightweight single seat vehicle.

The following picture shows a complete power train with engine and gearbox



Further information and video clips can be found at the following links:

http://www.pattakon.com/pattakonOPRE.htm
pattakoncom's Channel - YouTube

[realmikel]

Your idea of a bourke engine and mine is very different since mine does not use single firing chamber for two cylinders

[phi1.62]

By Bourke-style style engine I was refering to the fact that both engines are opposed pistons engines, lightweight and claim to have a high power to weight ratio, I apologise for any misconceptions. I am aware that there are a number people on this forum who are interested in the Bourke Engine and I thought I would bring this motor to the attention of the forum members due to the similarities that I mentioned and also that the inventor has demonstrated a working prototype.

A look on the website shows that the inventor has a number of ideas for engine improvements. He also has sketches for a swing piston engine, which is what the MYT engine is based upon: