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BUGATTITYPE32
 

1923, Type 32 "tank"
Photo: Bolko Rawicz, Source (W1)

HISTORY

Ettore Bugatti designed this automobile for the 1923 Grand Prix in Tours. It was not successful, four were entered and third place was the best. The problem was its handling, which was poor due to aerodynamic lift, although it was fast on the straights.

TECHNICAL DATA

Year made: 1923
Engine type: 8 cyl. in-line, 3 valves/cyl., over-head cam
Engine size: 1991cc (60x88)
Supercharger: -
Power [hp]: c.100
Forward gears: 3
Top speed [km/h]: 150-175
Drive: shaft
Front suspension: solid axle, 1/2-elliptical springs
Rear suspension: solid axle, reversed 1/4-elliptical springs
Brakes: cable operated drums
Wheel base [m]: 2
Note: gearbox mounted at rear

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