This Leeson motor is able to run in both directions. 10 HP general purpose electric motor has capacitor start and NEMA frame. U.S.A.HP 10 Rated RPM 1,740 Amps 36 at 230 Volts Motor Phase(s) Single Shank Diameter (in.) 1 3/8 Shank Length (in.) 3 3/8 Frame Type NEMA Rotation Direction Clockwise or Counter Clockwise Capacitor Start Yes Rigid Base Yes.