Batten (make of car)

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Batten 3.6 liter (1937)

Batten was a British car brand that was only acquired by Beckenham Motor Co. Ltd. in 1935 . in Beckenham (Kent) .

The Batten 3.6 liter , the only model, was based on the Ford V8 from 1932. Its chassis was shortened and provided with a touring car body with two or four seats. The result was a more agile sports car whose engine has a power output of 85 bhp (62.5 kW) at 3500 from 3622 cc min -1 schopfte.

However, the vehicle, which is often used in rallies, only existed for one summer.

Models

model Construction period cylinder Displacement power at speed wheelbase
3.6 liter 1935 8 V 3622 cc 85 bhp (62.5 kW) 3500 min -1 2438 mm

literature

  • David Culshaw & Peter Horrobin: The Complete Catalog of British Cars 1895–1975 . Veloce Publishing plc. Dorchester (1999). ISBN 1-874105-93-6