1921 Abakovsky propeller-driven railcar - photo

Propeller-driven railcar built by Russian engineer Valerian Abakovsky.

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Previously:

https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...472#post151101
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...098#post180125
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...604#post132622

Looks like the prop is a few feet wider than the car itself... Nothing could go wrong there! I bet that thing really flies! :lol:

Kinda ensures people get out of your way and don't loiter on the tracks.

Before hitchhikers, 5 MPH bumpers, tailgating - crash avoidance systems, and Get Off My A$$ stickers.