The McIntyre 1250 Engine Cracker is a compact but powerful machine designed to break open scrap engines and gearboxes, allowing valuable materials such as aluminium, copper and steel to be easily separated for recycling. Engine crackers are widely used in scrap yards, vehicle recycling facilities and metal processing plants to increase recovery rates and improve the value of processed engine scrap. Key Benefits • Designed for cracking engine blocks and gearboxes • Helps recover aluminium, copper windings and ferrous metals • Compact design suitable for scrap yard environments • Reliable hydraulic system for heavy-duty processing • Improves material separation and recycling efficiency Typical Applications • Engine blocks • Gearboxes • Electric motors • Alloy wheels and bulky metal components Typical Technical Overview (Specifications are typical for the model and may vary depending on refurbishment and configuration) • Crushing Force: approx. 120 tonnes • Processing Capacity: approx. 3–5 tonnes of engines per hour • Machine Weight: approx. 8 tonnes • Cycle Time: approx. 28–29 seconds • Inspection & Refurbishment Available Our used machines can be supplied with: • Full inspection and testing • Hydraulic and mechanical checks • Replacement of worn components where required • Refurbishment and servicing • Fresh spray paint finish We cater to all budgets and operational needs by offering quality refurbished machines. Contact us to discuss availability and refurbishment options.