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HW (HWM) Alta



Tuner
Country GB
Year 1949
Engine Alta
Engine Type L4
Cams 2
Valves/cyl 2.0000
Compression
Bore 79.000
Stroke 100.000
Capacity (cc) 1960
Power (at revs)
Torque
Induction
Ignition
Fuel system
Chassis type Tubes
Body type spider
Designer
Front suspension "transverse leaf, wishbone"
Rear suspension "leaf spring, rigid axle"
Shock absorbers
Engine position front
Wheelbase (mm)
Front track (mm)
Rear track (mm)
Weight (kg)
Drive rear
Number of gears 4
Gearbox ENV Wilson preselector
Fuel tank size (litres)
Brakes
Front brake type
Rear brake type
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres
Front tyres
Rear tyres
Maximum speed (kph) 210

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