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Coltrane's Planes and Automobiles Season 1 Episodes

  • 1997-1997
  • 1 Season
  • Documentary
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In this series, host Robert Coltrane examines the history of important developments in mechanical transportation. In particular, he explores the most influential engine designs, such as the diesel and the jet engines, that have revolutionized transportation and more.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

6 Episodes 1997 - 1997

Episode 1

The Steam Engine

Robbie travels to Africa to see steam engines still in everyday use, while tracking their history on land and water.

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Episode 2

The Diesel Engine

Robbie celebrates the power, simplicity and reliability of the diesel engine.

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Episode 3

The Supercharger

Robbie looks at the birth of the supercharger, from racing cars to World War II fighters.

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Episode 4

The V8 Engine

Robbie enthuses about the V-8, from early Cadillac luxury cars, through the glory days of the Ford Flathead, it's role in NASCAR, to it's decline due to high oil prices and enviornmental concerns.

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Episode 5

The 2 Stroke Engine

Robbie investigates the history and many applications of the 2 Stroke engine.

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Episode 6

The Jet Engine

Robbie investigates the under appreciated genius of Frank Whittle's Jet Engine.

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