Doble Model E11 1924
Peter Caunt Photo 2012
Doble Steam Car
The Doble Steam Car shortened start-up time by incorporating a highly efficient monotube steam generator to heat a small quantity of water along with effective automation of burner and water feed control. By 1923, Doble's steam cars could be started from cold with the turn of a key and driven off in 40 seconds or less. Upon the boiler reaching maximum working pressure, the burner would cut out until pressure had fallen to a minimum level, then it would re-ignite; by this means the car could achieve around 15 miles per gallon (18.8 litres/100 km) of kerosene despite its weight in excess of 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). Ultimately, Doble failed due to poor management and high initial cost.
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Doble Model E11 1924
car owned by a member of the Dungog Motor Club in New South Wales, Australia and visited the Bowthorne Motor Club, Wallalong, NSW, Australia in April 2011
Peter Caunt Photo 2012
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