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\"Bugatti3.3-litre<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Identifying Features:<\/strong>
\nSmall ledges on radiator; front shutters, 18in wheels<\/p>\n

\n

Years Made<\/strong><\/strong>
\n(approx): T57: 1934-40; T57C: 1937-40<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Number Made:<\/strong><\/strong>
\n630<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Engine:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nNo of cylinders: 8
\nBore x stroke: 72 x 100mm
\nCapacity: 3257cc
\nBHP (approx): T57: 135; T57C: 160
\nRPM Limit (prudent): 5000
\nCamshafts: dohc
\nValves (per cylinder): 2
\nCamshaft drive: Rear, spur train, helical
\nCrankshaft bearings: 6 plain, plain rods
\nSupercharger (Roots): 57C only
\nCarburettor: Stromberg UUR2
\nIgnition: Coil
\nPlugs per cylinder: 1
\nFiring Order: 1, 6, 2, 5, 8, 3, 7, 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Clutch:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nType: Dry, single-plate; double reduction lever (1939)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Gearbox:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nLocation: Integral with engine, 4-speed and reverse
\nGear change lever: Central, top back<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Rear Axle:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nNormal Ratio: Early 12\/50 = 4.16
\nLater 11\/46 = 4.18<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Dimensions:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nWheelbase: 130in (3.3m)
\nTrack: 53.1in (1.35m)
\nChassis Weight (approx): 2100lb (950kg)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Brakes:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nLocation and Type: 4-wheel, 1934-7 cable operated: 1938-40 hydraulic
\nBrake drum diameter: 350mm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Wheels:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nType: Rudge wire
\nTyre size: Original and modern fitment: 18 x 5.50<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Crossbreeding with Other Types:<\/strong><\/strong>
\nEngine basically as used on T59 GP cars. T57S and T57SC are direct derivatives<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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