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Rapp Motorenwerke

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German aircraft engine manufacturer

Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH was a German aircraft engine manufacturer based in Munich, Bavaria. Founded in 1913, the firm changed its name in 1917 to Bayerische Motoren Werke GmbH (BMW).2 It was founded by Karl Rapp.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1913Founded1
  • Industryindustrial manufacturing1
  • HeadquartersMunich1

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Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH was a German aircraft engine manufacturer based in Munich, Bavaria. Founded in 1913, the firm changed its name in 1917 to Bayerische Motoren Werke GmbH (BMW).2

The story

Founded by Karl Rapp in 1913.1

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Products and brands

  • aircraft engine

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Timeline

  1. 1913Founded Founded1

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