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Rolls-Royce 20 H.P., 1927,
Bertelli Sports Tourer
Code-named "Goshawk"
several experimental chassis had shown most promising
results when severe tests of the first 'baby'
Rolls-Royce had been executed. The Rolls-Royce 20 hp is
easily recognizable by its horizontally arranged
radiator shutters (only the last series sported vertical
shutters). With a shorter wheelbase and a more
economical engine it proved an ideal addition to
Rolls-Royce's range as a second model alongside the
Silver Ghost. Its lighter weight and a reduced turning
circle gave the 20 hp fine handling. large number were
provided with formal coachwork and heavy bodies didn't
enhance performance. 2885 Rolls-Royce 20 H.P. were
built.
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Wheelbase |
3277 mm |
129 in |
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Track |
front |
1422 mm |
56 in |
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| rear |
1422 mm |
56 in |
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Length |
4521 mm |
178 in |
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Kerb weight |
1930 kg |
4255 lb |
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engine |
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Manufacturer |
Rolls-Royce |
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Type |
S-6 |
SV
12 valves total
2 valves per cylinder |
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Main bearings |
7 |
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Bore × stroke |
76.20mm × 114.30mm |
| 3 in
× 4.5 in |
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Bore/Stroke ratio |
0.67 |
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Displacement |
3127 cc
(190.821 cu in) |
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Unitary capacity |
521.17 cc/cylinder |
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Compression ratio |
4.80:1 |
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Fuel system |
1
Rolls-Royce carb |
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Aspiration |
Normal |
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Max. output |
50.7 PS (50.0 bhp) (37.3 kW)
@3000 rpm |
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Coolant |
Water |
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Specific output |
16
bhp/litre |
| 0.26
bhp/cu in |
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Top speed |
105
km/h |
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Power-to-weight |
25.91
bhp/ton |
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chassis |
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Engine location |
Front |
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Engine alignment |
Longitudinal |
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Suspension |
Front |
LA.SE. |
| Rear |
LA.SE. |
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Tyres F |
32 x
4.5 |
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Tyres R |
32 x
4.5 |
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Brakes F/R |
-/Dr |
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Transmission |
3M |
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Drive |
RWD |
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