Summary
"Atom" power boat, made by S.J. Hammond, Chadstone, Victoria, 1955.
Australian Power Boat Association, 75 cubic inch (1.23 litres) Class Racing Boat.
The hull is an oregon frame covered with coachwood plywood. The engine is a 1950 Austin AAO Bore 65.48mm. Stroke 89mm. Rated AAO Bore 65.4mm. Stroke 89mm.
It is rated 75kw at 6500 r.p.m. and had an official speed record of 97.3 km/hr.
The "Atom" held many Australian and Victorian speed records and championships.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from S. J. Hammond, 29 Dec 1970
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Maker
S. J. Hammond, Chadstone, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1955
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Classification
Water transport, Internal combustion power - motor boats, Power boats
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Type of item
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Dimensions
3.66 m (Length)
Measurement From Conservation.
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