baklenker
Baklenker is a term that refers to a specific type of engine configuration in some historical and niche automotive applications. It denotes an engine where the crankshaft rotates in the opposite direction to what is typically considered standard for a given vehicle's drivetrain. This means that if a conventional engine turns its crankshaft in one direction to drive the wheels forward, a baklenker engine would turn its crankshaft in the other direction for the same forward motion.
The concept of a baklenker engine is not common in mass-produced vehicles. It is most frequently associated
The implementation of a baklenker system typically requires a modification to the transmission or the final