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\"BugattiGrand Prix<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Identifying Features:<\/strong>
\nGP chassis, larger radiator than earlier T35, fixed rim alloy wheels; supercharger blow-off valve hole in bonnet is low down in vertical louvres. Parallel radiator section. Magneto on LHS of dash<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Years Made<\/strong>
\n(approx): 1931-35<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Number Made:<\/strong>
\n40<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Engine:<\/strong>
\nNo of cylinders: 8
\nBore x stroke: T51: 60 x 88mm or 100mm; T51A: 60 x 66mm
\nCapacity: T51: 1991 or 2262cc, T51A: 1493cc
\nBHP (approx): T51: 160-180; T51A: 130
\nRPM Limit (prudent): T51: 5000; T51A: 5500
\nCamshafts: dohc
\nValves (per cylinder): 2
\nCamshaft drive: Front, spur train and bevels
\nCrankshaft bearings: 3 + 1 Ball, 2 roller, roller rods
\nSupercharger: Roots
\nCarburettor: Zenith
\nIgnition: Dash-mounted magneto
\nPlugs per cylinder: 1
\nFiring Order: 1, 5, 2, 6, 3, 7, 4, 8<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

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

\n

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

\n

Rear Axle:<\/strong>
\nNormal Ratio: 14\/54 = 3.86 to 16\/54 = 3.38<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Dimensions:<\/strong>
\nWheelbase: 94.5in (2.4m)
\nTrack: 47.25in (1.2m)
\nWeight (approx): 1650lb (750kg)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Brakes:<\/strong>
\nLocation and Type: 4-wheel, cable operated
\nBrake drum diameter: 330mm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Wheels:<\/strong>
\nType: Cast alloy, integral rim
\nTyre size: Original 28 x 5; modern fitment 5.00 x 19<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Crossbreeding with Other Types:<\/strong>
\nStandard T35 GP chassis and body used. T51 engine used in T55. Engine apart from block and camshafts is basically T35<\/p>\n

* 2-litre version often known as T51C<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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