whats a kompressor?

[KaRaKaN]

i would like to know what a kompressor exactly is, can somebody explain is to me? how it works what it does ?

thnx in advance...

[engatwork]

KaRaKan - it is what MB calls a supercharger. You can read about this type of stuff at the attached link. In short - the kompressor (supercharger) is belt driven and forces more air into the engine.

http://www.howstuffworks.com/question122.htm