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National Museum of Funeral History
The 1921 RockFalls Motorized Hearse was powered by a Continental
"Red Seal" Engine. This 6 Cylinder, Type 6N Inline Engine featured a 3 1/2
inch bore, 5 inch stroke and provided up to 29 horse power alowing the almost
4500 pound vehicle to travel on any slope or grade. Found on many commercial
and industrial vehicles its application into the motorized hearse market was
widely accepted. The Continental "Red Seal" was also known for being
mantience friendly adding to the reliability of this vehicle in all weather
conditions. The RockFalls featured the latest Stromberg carburetor, a 4 speed transmission, and a 4 to 1 gear ratio allowing speed from 3 miles per hour to over 40.
NMFH 1921 RockFalls Hearse Online Exhibit |
