Karl Rapp
| Karl Rapp | |
|---|---|
| Karl Rapp in 1911 | |
| Born | Karl Friedrich Rapp 24 September 1882 | 
| Died | 26 May 1962 (aged 79) | 
| Nationality | German | 
| Occupation | Mechanical engineering | 
| Employer | Rapp Motorenwerke | 
| Known for | Founding of Rapp Motorenwerke | 
Karl Friedrich Rapp (24 September 1882 – 26 May 1962) was a German founder and owner of the Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH in Munich. In time, this company became BMW AG. He is acknowledged by BMW AG as an indirect founder of the company.