How Massive Stationary Engines Powered a Century of Industry. Industrial Heritage Documentary

Step back in time to witness the mechanical heartbeat of the 20th century. This full documentary explores Europe’s most iconic vintage diesel and stationary engines, from the early Benz & CIE 1913 masterpiece to the mighty Works TMAB 2781 and MAN S6V35.
Filmed at the Historical Internal Combustion Engine Foundation (Papendrecht, Netherlands), the video showcases restored power units from MWM, Stork, Bolnes, Ruston & Hornsby, and more—each still running today.
Discover how these engines powered factories, ships, and pump stations across Europe, laying the foundation for modern industrial progress.
Enjoy the sounds, movements, and craftsmanship of engines that defined an era.
🕒 Video Timeline:

0:00 – Introduction to historical stationary engines
0:10 – MWM Diesel RH: German single-cylinder powerhouse
2:59 – 1913 Benz & CIE stationary engine overview
5:42 – Peter 72 HP twin-cylinder industrial engine
7:26 – Cording diesel and early industrial power
10:08 – Works TM356 and Dutch water management heritage
11:21 – Ruston & Hornsby and British heavy-duty engineering
12:59 – Stork, Bolnes, and postwar diesel advancements
15:49 – MAN S6V35 and other European heavy engines
25:48 – Historical Internal Combustion Engine Foundation event
30:53 – Live demonstrations and visitor experiences
35:03 – Closing reflections on mechanical heritage

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