ROVER 'M1'

Specifications

1945-1946

 

Unfortunately we know only a few specifications of the prototype ROVER M1.

Whoever knows further values is asked to inform us of them, citing the source.

ROVER prototype 'M1' - development years 1945 - 1946
Engine
In-line four-cylinder, IOE, bore 57 mm x stroke 68.5 mm. 699.2 ccm, 28 bhp at 5,000 rpm
Torque approx. 14 Nm at 2,400 rpm. downdraft carburettor.
Electrical System
12 Volt. Ignition by coil
Cooling System
Watercooling with pump and fan
Clutch
Single plate dry clutch
Transmission
Four-speed transmission and reverse
Ratios: 1st 14.9 : 1; 2nd 9.35 : 1; 3rd 6.78 : 1; Top 4.555 : 1; Reverse: 16.6 : 1
Open propeller shaft
Spiral bevel final drive
Brakes
Hydraulic Brake System, Drum diameter 8 in (10,5 cm), Friction lining area 70 sq in (455 cm³)
Steering
Worm and nut steering. Steering wheel diameter 15 in (38,1 cm). Turning circle 28 ft 6 in (8,69 m)
Chassis
Aluminium - Structure
Front: Independent suspension, coil and hydraulic piston shock absorbers
Rear: Live axle, radius arms, coil and Panhard rod, hydraulic shock absorbers
Tyres
Tyre size 14 x 4.75
Body
Two-door, aluminium
Overall length
11 ft 4 in / 3454 mm
Wheelbase
6 ft 5 in / 1956 mm
Track, front and rear
3 ft 10 in / 1168 mm
Overall width
4 ft 8 in / 1422 mm
Overall height
4 ft 7 in / 1397 mm
Ground clearance
8 in / 203 mm
Weight
Kerb weight 13½ cwt / 686 kg
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