The A-Z of Racing Cars


Lotus 12



Tuner
Country GB
Year 1957
Engine Coventry-Climax FPF
Engine Type L4
Cams 2
Valves/cyl 2.0000
Compression
Bore 81.200
Stroke 71.100
Capacity (cc) 1475
Power (at revs) 143 HP/7200
Torque
Induction
Ignition
Fuel system
Chassis type Spaceframe
Body type single seater
Designer
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Shock absorbers
Engine position front
Wheelbase (mm) 2235
Front track (mm) 1219
Rear track (mm) 1219
Weight (kg) 299
Drive rear
Number of gears 5
Gearbox "Lotus ""Z"""
Fuel tank size (litres)
Brakes Girling
Front brake type disc
Rear brake type disc
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres
Front tyres
Rear tyres
Maximum speed (kph) 225

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