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\"BugattiTourer<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Identifying Features:<\/strong>
\nT35-style split crankcase, circular axle, large T43 radiator, dynamotor at front; small T37A supercharger on 38A<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Years Made<\/strong><\/strong>
\n(approx): 1926-27<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Number Made:<\/strong><\/strong>
\n385 (39 supercharged)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Engine:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nNo of cylinders: 8
\nBore x stroke: 60 x 88mm
\nCapacity: 1991cc
\nBHP (approx): T38: 60: T38A: 100
\nRPM Limit (prudent): 4000
\nCamshaft: sohc
\nValves (per cylinder): 3
\nCamshaft drive: Front, bevel
\nCrankshaft bearings, No. and Type: 3 + 1 ball, plain rods
\nSupercharger (Roots): T38A only
\nCarburettor: T38, 2 Zenith, or Solex 30; T38A: 1 x 42
\nIgnition: Coil
\nPlugs per cylinder: 1
\nFiring Order: 1, 5, 2, 6, 3, 7, 4, 8<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Clutch:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nType: Wet, multi-plate<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Gearbox:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nLocation: Central, Separate, 4-speed and reverse
\nGear change lever: Central<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Rear Axle:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nNormal Ratio: 12\/56 = 4.67 (spiral)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Dimensions:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nWheelbase: 123in (3.122m)
\nTrack: 49.2in (1.25m)
\nChassis Weight (approx): 1900lb (860kg)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Brakes:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nLocation and Type: 4-wheel, cable operated<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Wheels:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nType: Wire
\nTyre size: original 28 x 4.95; modern fitment, 5.00 x 19<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Crossbreeding with Other Types:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nEngine basically T35A with wider mountings; gearbox, brakes etc, as T40; radiator, axles, as T43<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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