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The Brooklands originated as a limited
production special based on the riley 9, started by JG Parry, and
continued by Reid Railton.
The chassis was shortened by 15", the rear end of the chassis was
re-jigged so that the rear members were only 12" apart at one point. The
ratio of the rear axle was slightly increased, and a new, smaller radiator
was used. In the engine, High Compression Pistons, and special camshafts
were fitted. The car was also fitted with 2 Carbs. The result was 50bhp at
5000rpm. The bucket seats were dropped to within 6" of the ground, and an
undershield was fitted along the whole length of the car.
At the 1927 BARC race, the
Brooklands
prototype came first, winning by a mile, at an average of 91.4mph.
ENGINE
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TRANSMISSION
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9hp 4 cyl ohv
Bore 60.3 stroke 95.2
compression 6.5:1
Capacity 1087 cc
42bhp at 3600rpm
50bhp at 5000rpm
Carburation 2SU / 2 Zenith / 2 Solex |
4-speed gearbox.
Top gear ratio 4.77:1 |
SUSPENSION
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DIMENSIONS
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Semi-elliptic |
Wheelbase 7'7.5" - 8' (aprx
2430mm)
Track 3'11.75" (aprx 1200mm)
Length / width: various bodies
Tyres 4.5x19
Weight 10 - 15.75cwt |
PRICE
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£395 |
PERFORMANCE
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Max speed 80mph
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