Sunday 28 March 2010

Defender 110 Land Rover (County Station Wagon) 1990, 1994, 1995

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Defender 110 County Station Wagon 1990, 1994, 1995


In 1990, the Ninety and the One Ten were replaced by the Defender 90 and 110, which were simply evolutionary models wearing new badging. The key change that came with the Defenders was that the old turbo-diesel engine was replaced by a de-tuned version of the 200 Tdi turbo-diesel from the Discovery. The V8 remained available, and until 1994 so did the four-cylinder petrol. From 1995. however, all Defenders for the British market had Tdi engines unless to special order.


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Ninety Land Rover (British Army Hardtop)

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It has been estimated that as many as 40% of all Land Rovers built have entered service with military or parliamentary organisations, a figure that proved a major influence on the choice of the Defender name for the coil-sprung Land Rovers of the Nineties. Short-wheelbase coil-sprung Land Rovers are far less common in military service than long-wheelbase versions, mainly due to their relatively restricted carrying capacity. They are often specified for communications and liaison duties rather than as cargo or personnel carriers.


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Ninety Land Rover (County Station Wagon) 1984 1985

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Ninety County Station Wagon 1984 1985


The short-wheelbase companion to the One Ten was announced in June 1984 as the Ninety, and like the One Ten the model made its mark straight away. By comparison to the 88" Series 3, the coil-sprung Ninety offered a much improved ride together with better carrying capacity. Four different bodies were available: soft-top, hard-top, pickup and seven-seater Station Wagon, with a choice of either a 2.3-litre petrol or 2.5-litre diesel engine. V8 power for the Ninety models was made available from May 1985.


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Ninety Land-Rover (Pick-up with canvass tilt) 1983-1984

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Ninety Land-Rover Pick-up with canvass tilt 1983-1984


The Land-Rover Ninety and One-Ten were phased in over 1983-1984 to replace the long serving Series III models. They represented a huge advance over the Series III because they had coil sprung suspension instead of leaf-springs, which improved the ride, and disc front brakes, which improved their stopping ability. The long-wheelbase One Ten model arrived first, replacing the Series III 109 in 1983. The Ninety arrived just over a year later to replace the Series III 88-inch. Its wheelbase was actually 92.9- inches between axle centres, rather than the 90 inches its name suggested.


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Saturday 27 March 2010

MG MGB GT V8 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976

MG MGB GT V8


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MG MGB GT V8 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976


Launched in August 1973, the MGB GT V8 replaced the MGC as the "big-engined-B" and took the model into a different league. With the lightweight 3.5 litre Rover V8 engine nestling comfortably in the B's nose, 124mph (199km/h) was possible and 0-60mph (0-96km/h) took 8.6 seconds, a far cry from four cylinder's bare 100mph (161km/h) and 12 seconds to the yardstick 60, and faster than the MGC's 10 seconds and approximately 120mph (193km/h) top speed. Built between April 1973 and September 1976, a total of 2,591 V8s were produced. Distinguishing features of the V8 were the attractive alloy wheels and of course the discreet V8 badging to the tailgate, front wings, and in the case of the chrome bumper models, on the front grille.


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MG MGB GT LE 1981

MG MGB GT LE


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MG MGB GT LE 1981


Although the last MGB's rolled off the production line in October 1980, the launch of the Limited Edition (LE) models was delayed by British Leyland until the January of 1981. There were just 1,000 of the Limited Edition models divided up as follows: 420 open Tourers in metalic bronze with gold LE side livery and 580 GTs in metallic pewter with silver LE side livery. Centre-lock wire wheels were fitted to 208 of the open cars while all the others were given five-spoke cast alloy wheels were fitted to 208 of the open cars while all the others were given five-spoke cas alloy wheels and shod with 185/70 SR - 14" tyres. Prices new in the UK were £6,445 for the Roadster LE and £6,937 for the GT LE. The very last cars off the line were in fact a MGB Roadster and a MGB GT in LE livery and both of these went straight into the care of British Leyland Heritage.


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MG Midget 1961-1979

MG Midget


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MG Midget 1961-1979


In 1974 the MGB and Midget received their last major facelift when they were fitted with massive polyurethane black bumpers dictated by the latest American regulations. Their appearance was so drastically altered that there was a storm of protests from MG purists. The Midget still designated the MkIII underwent major surgery in the engine department too, as the A-Series 1275cc Cooper based engine was replaced by a 1493cc Triumph unit coupled to a Morris Marina all-synchromesh transmission. Power was up to 65bhp @ 5500rpm with better torque, raising the top speed to a little over 100mph (161km/h), and acceleration from 0-60mph now took 12.3 seconds. Unfortunately through, changes to the suspension and the extra weight had a detrimental effect on handling and the car had lost some of its crispness.


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MG MGB 1962-1980

MG MGB 1962-1980


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MG MGB 1962-1980


From the MGB's introduction in 1962 right up until 1980 when it was finally discontinued, the MGB underwent a number of styling changes to bring it up to date and in line with the competition and styling trends. The first major external restyling to the model took place from October 1969 with the introduction of the recessed type grille and the addition of pressed steel Rostyle wheels (wire wheels remained an option). Still designated the Mk2, atitle which was applied to post Autumn 1967 MGBs by virtue of their mechanical improvements the "Leylandization" of the model had begun and the MGB, like the other models in the range, had started to lose some of its original identity.


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Friday 26 March 2010

MG MGA 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962

MG MGA 1955-1962


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Classic MG MGA 1955-1962


It was a proud day in Abingdon's history in March 1962 when the 100,000th MGA was produced. Total MGA production of all types amounted to 101,081 of which 2,111 were Twin-cams. The 100,000 mark of "pushrod" cars was missed by a mere 1,030 units. The MGA Mk2 was introduced in June 1961 at the same time as the Sprite - based on the MG Midget. Styling changes included a new grille with near-vertical bars and inside the car a new padded facia added to the safety of the MkII MGA. Behind the engine bay outlets the legend "1600 MkII" also appeared to identify the model further. Replaced by the MGB in 1962, the MGA remains as one of Abingdon's finest creations. Its smooth lines and seductive shape make it one of the all-time classic British sports-cars.


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MG TC 1935-1955

MG TC 1935-1955


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Classic MG TC 1935-1955


If asked to name a model that typified the classic sports-car, then the chances are that the majority would suggest one or other of the T-series MGs. The T-Series, with their sweeping winglines, fold-flat windscreens, cut-away doors and headlamps hung on the radiator, were for many a glorious introduction to open two-seater motoring. Production of the M.G. TC began just five weeks after the Second World War had ended. Offered at a basic price of £375 the model ran until 1949 by which time some 10,000 TCs had been assembled. Fitted with a 1250cc four-cylinder engine producing 54bhp, the model's top speed was around 77mph (124km/h) with 0-60mph (0-96km/h) coming up in 23 seconds.


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Kawasaki Z650 Motor Cycle 1976, 1977

Kawasaki Z650 Motor Cycle


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Kawasaki Z650 Motor Cycle 1976, 1977


Produced: 1976-77


No. Cylinder: 4


Bore x Stroke: 62 x 54mm


Capacity: 652cc


Comp. Ratio: 9:5:1


Power Output: 64bhp @ 8,500rpm


Gearbox: 5-speed


Suspension: Front teles; Rear s/a


Brakes: Front 245 disc; Rear 180 x 40


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 19in; Rear 4.00 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,435mm (56.5in)


Weight: 220kg (485lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 120mph (193kph)


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Kawasaki Z1 Motor Cycle 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975

Kawasaki Z1 Motor Cycle


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Kawasaki Z1 Motorcycle 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975


Produced: 1972-75


No. Cylinders: 4


Bore x Stroke: 66 x 66mm


Capacity: 903cc


Comp. Ratio: 8:5:1


Power Output: 82bhp @ 8,500rpm


Gearbox: 5-speed


Suspension: Front teles; Rear s/a


Brakes: Front 296 disc; Rear 200 x 35


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 19in; Rear 4.00 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,491mm (58.7in)


Weight: 230kg (501lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 131mph (211kph)


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Thursday 25 March 2010

Kawasaki H2 750 Mach 4 Motorcycle 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975


Kawasaki H2 750 Mach 4


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Kawasaki H2 750 Mach 4 Motorcycle 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975


Produced: 1971-75


No. Cylinders: 3


Bore x Stroke: 71 x 63mm


Capacity: 748cc


Comp. Ratio: 7:0:1


Power Output: 74bhp @ 6,800rpm


Gearbox: 5-speed


Suspension: Front teles; Rear s/a


Brakes: Front 296 disc; Rear 200 x 35


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 19in; Rear 4.00 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,410mm (55.5in)


Weight: 192kg (423lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 125mph (201kph)


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Kawasaki H1 500 Mach 3 Motorcycle 1968-1975


Kawasaki H1 500 Mach 3


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Kawasaki H1 500 Mach 3 Motorcycle 1968-1975


Produced: 1968-75


No. Cylinders: 3


Bore x Stroke: 60 x 59.8mm


Capacity: 498cc


Comp. Ratio: 6:8:1


Power Output: 60bhp @ 8000rpm


Gearbox: 5-speed


Suspension: Front teles; Rear 180 x 35


Brakes: Front 296 disc; Rear 180 x 35


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 19in; Rear 4.00 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,410mm (55.5in)


Weight: 179kg (395lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 119mph (191kph)


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Kawasaki A7 350 (Avenger) Motorcycle 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971


Kawasaki A7 350 (Avenger)


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Kawasaki A7 350 Avenger Motorcycle 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971


Produced: 1967-71


No. Cylinders: 2


Bore x Stroke: 62 x 56mm


Capacity: 338cc


Power Output: 42bhp @ 8,000rpm


Gearbox: 5-speed


Suspension: Front teles; Rear s/a


Brakes: Front 180 x 30; Rear 180 x 30


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 18in; Rear 3.50 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,295mm (51in)


Weight: 150kg (329lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 105mph (169kph)


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Kawasaki W1 650 Motorcycle 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968

Kawasaki W1 650


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Kawasaki W1 650 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968


Produced: 1965-68


No. Cylinders: 2


Bore x Stroke: 74 x 72.6mm


Capacity: 624cc


Comp. Ratio: 8:7:1


Power Output: 50bhp @ 8,500rpm


Gearbox: 4-speed


Suspension: Front teles, Rear s/a


Brakes: Front 200 x 35; Rear 180 x 35


Tyres: Front 3.25 x 18in; Rear 3.50 x 18in


Wheelbase: 1,415mm (55.7in)


Weight: 230kg (398lb)


Top Speed: (approx) 108mph (174kph)


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Tuesday 23 March 2010

1968 ½ Mustang GT/CS

1968 ½ Mustang GT/CS


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One of the more interesting Mustang offerings in 1968 was the GT/CS. The CS stood for Californian Special and this limited edition model borrowed much of its looks from the mean Shelby GT-350/500s. Features included unique side-striping and side air vents, rear spolier and Shelby-style taillights. A'68 GT/CS could have any engine available in '68 Mustangs, including the six-cylinder. An estimated 5,000 Californian Specials were produced, and these are avidly sought by collectors today.


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1968 Shelby Mustang GT-500KR

1968 Shelby Mustang GT-500KR


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1968 Shelby Mustang GT-500KR


The '68 Shelby GT-500KR replaced the GT-500 at mid-year, KR of course stood for "King of the Road". The difference was that a more powerful 428cid Cobra Jet V8 replaced the standard 428. Conservatively rated at 335 horsepower, it actually pumped out about 400 horses. The GT-500KR was considerably quicker than the GT-500 despite the fact that transmissions and rear end ratios were the same. Tested at the time by a leading car magazine the "King of the Road" turned in the quarter-mile in 14 seconds at 102.7mph (Fastback with manual shift).


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1967 Mustang GT Fastback

1967 Mustang GT Fastback


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1967 Mustang GT Fastback


Ford knew Chevrolet were developing its own ponycar for '67, so the Mustang received more extensive changes than it might otherwise have. Styling alterations were obvious yet the flavour of the original was retained. Most noticeable was the larger and more prominent grille and taller separate-element taillights. Setting the headlines though, was the new 390cid four-barrel Thunderbird Special V8 engine option. Rated at 320bhp it offered outstanding acceleration with 0-60mph figures around 7.5 seconds and the standing quarter in 15.5 seconds.


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1966 Mustang Coupe

1966 Mustang Coupe


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1966 Mustang Coupe


Sales for 1966 could not match 1965 because of the longer 1965 model year, but taking a comparable 12-month period, 1966 sales were actually 50,000 higher. For 1966 Ford picked up close to half a million hardtop sales along with 70,000 convertibles and 35,000 fastbacks.


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1966 Shelby Mustang GT-350

1966 Shelby Mustang GT-350


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1966 Shelby Mustang GT-350


Having created a car with mass appeal, Ford wanted a performance option for the Mustang and for that they turned to the creator of the AC Cobra, Carroll Shelby, who turned the fastback V8 variant of the first Mustang into the fast and rugged Shelby GT-350.


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Monday 22 March 2010

1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

1966 Mustang GT Convertible


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Reluctant to tamper with success, Ford altered the '66 Mustangs only slightly. Exterior changes were limited to a new horizontal-bar grille and a restyled gas cap, while all but the GT, 2+2 and luxury models got a new side scallop with three wind splits. The GT equipment group required a V8 and included fog lamps, front disc brakes, dual exhausts, handling package and GT racing stripes on the sides.


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1965 Ford Mustang Fastback

1965 Mustang Fastback


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1965 Mustang Fastback


Badged the 2+2, the '65 Fastback hit the market with a base sticker price of $2,589, although there were enough options to push the price up to nearly $4,000. The 200cid six engine was made standard at the time and cranking out 120 horsepower it gave the 2589lb Mustang a respectable level of performance. Most buyers however chose the optional 289cid V8. In standard form, with two-barrel carburettor, 200bhp was offered, but 225bhp (four barrel) and 271bhp (Hi-Performance) were also available.


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1965 Ford Mustang Coupe

1965 Mustang Coupe


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1965 Mustang Coupe


Whichever way you look at it, the '65 Coupe looks more expensive than its original stocker price would have us believe and perhaps this is why it was the hottest selling model of the entire range. When the sixteen moth 1965 model year ended, the Mustang had sold just shy of 681,000 units and the pony-car phenomenon was well and truly underway.


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1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible

1964½ Mustang Convertible


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1964½ Mustang Convertible


From the moment of its April 17 1964 introduction at the New York Worlds fair, the Mustang became a standard by which American cars would be judged forever. In the years that followed, sales records were broken and awards for design were given, the Mustang changing the face of the entire automobile industry. By tradition 1964 models normally appeared in September 1963 but as the Mustang was launched mid-year in April, the early cars are referred to as '64 1/2s. Total 1964 Mustang production was 121,538 vehicles.


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Sunday 21 March 2010

WWII British Tanks Matilda Infantry Tank, Valentine Infantry Tank, Churchill Infantry Tank

WWII British Tanks


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Classic WW2 British Tanks


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This guide features several classic tanks of World War II.


Matilda Infantry Tank


Matilda Infantry Tank


The A12 appeared in 1938 and became known as the Matilda 2, the earlier model being now the Matilda 1. Matilda Two was a much better design, with heavy armour, a 2-pdr gun as the main armament and a well-protected and much better suspension. Both Matilda I and Matilda II went to war in 1939 and their thick armour proved invulnerable to all German anti-tank weapons. Of the 136 Matilda Is built, those which returned from France were retained for training purposes, due to their lack of effective armament. The Matilda 2s though served well in the Western Desert until eventually replaced by M3 Grants and M4 Shermans.


Valentine Infantry Tank


Valentine Infantry Tank


The Valentine was one of the most important British tanks and in 1943 totalled nearly one quarter of British tank output. The Velentine was difficult to drive, but was reliable and robust, and well-liked by its crews. The turret was somewhat cramped and deficient in vision arrangements, but this was not unusual in tanks of that period. The principal armament of the original version was a 2-pdr gun, though a few mounted a 3in howitzer for close support, Later production models carried a 6-pdr or 75mm gun. A total of 11 different marks eventually appeared, differing in type of engine or armament.


Churchill Infantry Tank


Churchill Infantry Tank


The fourth in the British series of infantry support tanks, the Churchill proved to be a successful and reliable design. It had the heaviest armour of any British tank in service in 1942, and an adequate cross-country speed with excellent cross-country ability. However, like its predecessors, the infantry Mk1, Matilda and Valentine, the Churchill suffered from inadequate armament. Its ability to fire high explosive, except from the close support howitzer in the hull, was a serious weakness. Only a few were actually equipped with the howitzer, the majority mounting a 7.92mm machine gun in the hull instead.


Crusader Cruiser Tank


Crusader


Crusader was the fastest and best of the British tanks used by the 8th Army in the desert war in North Africa. It could be unreliable, but was much respected by the enemy, having a top speed of almost 40mph (64km/h), which could be exploited at its best in desert conditions. In all, 4,350 Crusader gun tanks were produced between 1940 and 1943.


Cromwell Cruiser Tank


Cromwell Cruiser Tank


The Cromwell was the most important British cruiser tank of WWII, forming the main equipment of British armoured divisions in 1944-1945 together with the America-built M4 Sherman. However, even with a 75mm gun it was still, by 1944 standards, inferior to the best German tanks. Fitted with a Meteor engine it was then the fastest and most powerful of British tank designs, but the narrow hull prevented it being up-gunned further and considerable redesign was necessary to turn it into a vehicle capable of carrying the very desirable 17pdr gun armament.


Comet Cruiser Tank


Comet Cruiser Tank


The Comet was the last British tank type to enter service before the war ended, though its planned successor, the Centurion, was just starting troop trials as the war finished. A feature of this design was the "compact" version of the famous 17pdr gun, the 77mm, designed to fit the Comet's small turret ring which was not large enough to take a standard 17 pounder gun. In essence the Comet was a redesign of the famous Cromwell tank, retaining its layout and engine, but with improved armour and firepower. Comets served the British Army well into the 1960s.


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Saturday 20 March 2010

WW2 German Military Vehicles Kfz 1 Volkswagen 82 Kubelwagen, Opel Blitz Cargo, SdKfz 138 Marder 38

WW2 German Vehicles


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WW2 German Vehicles


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Germany built vast numbers of specialised military vehicles in the years before and during WWII. This guide features six examples including the humble Kfz 1 Volkswagen Kubelwagen, the best-known and most widely used German vehicle of the war period, and the powerful SDKfz 138 Marder 38 tank-hunter, one of many self-propelled artillery types of the Wehrmacht.


Kfz 1 ( Volkswagen 82 Kubelwagen )


Kfz 1 Volkswagen 82 Kubelwagen


The Volkswagen Type 82 (officially Leichte Personenkraftwagen - light personnel carrier). Popularly known as the Kubelwagen, it preceded the Jeep and over 52,000 were provided for the Wehrmacht. Today, it is the best known of all wartime derivations of the Kdf-Wagen and rates as one of the most successful military vehicles ever.


Crew: 1


Weight: 635Kg (1,397lb)


Dimensions: length 3.73m; width 1.60m, height 1.35m


Range: 600m (375 miles)


Armour: none


Armament: none


Powerplant: Volkswagen 4-cylinder 1,131cc petrol engine developing 25hp (18.6KW)


Performance: maximum road speed 100km/h (62.5mph)


Opel Blitz Cargo


Opel Blitz Cargo


In the medium or 3-ton category the major and most successful German design was the Opel Blitz. The Blitz used a steel cab and wooden body and was used in many roles, from field ambulance to mobile workshop to command vehicle. To improve cross-country performance, the vehicle was given four-wheel drive, these vehicles being designed Allrad.


Crew: 1


Weight: 3,290kg (7,238lb)


Dimensions: length 6.02m; width 2.27m; height 2.18m


Range: 410km (255 miles)


Armour: none


Armament: none


Powerplant: Opel 6-cylinder engine developing 73.5hp (54.8KW)


Performance: maximum road speed 80km/h (50mph)


SdKfz 138 Marder 38


SdKfz 138 Marder 38


The Marder 38 was developed alongside the Marder II series of self-propelled artillery. Based on the Czechoslovakian TNHP-S light tank, around 400 of these tank hunters were produced from mid-1943.


Crew: 4


Weight: 11,000 (24,200lb)


Dimensions: length 4.95m; width 2.15m; height 2.48m


Range: 190km (120 miles)


Armour: 8-15mm (0.3-0.59in)


Armament: one 75mm PAK 40 gun


Powerplant: Praga six-cylinder engine developing 140hp (104KW)


Performance: maximum road speed 42km/h (26mph)


SdKfz 251/1 (Hanomag)


SdKfz 251/1 (Hanomag)


The SdKfz 251 series was developed as an offshoot of the German half-tracked artillery tractor series to provide an armoured personnel carrier for infantry accompanying the newly-formed Panzer divisions. The SDKfz 251/1 was one of the most common variants and could carry up to 12 soldiers and was armed with two MG34 machine-guns.


Crew: 12


Weight: 7,810kg (17,218lb)


Dimensions: length 5.80m; width 2.10m; height 1.75m


Range: 300m (186 miles)


Armour 6-14.5mm (0.24-0.57in)


Armament: two 7.92mm machine guns


Powerplant: Maybach 6-cylinder petrol engine developing 100hp (74.6KW)


Performance: maximum road speed 52.5km/h (32.5mph)


SdKfz 6 (Bussing-NAG)


SdKfz 6 (Bussing-NAG)


The medium types of German semi-track tractors were the SDKfz 6(5-ton) and SdKfz 7(8-ton). The SdKfz 6 was designed to fulfil two main roles: to act as the main tractor vehicle for the 10.5cm (4.13in) le FH 18 batteries, or for use as an engineers tractor for 5-ton towed loads.


Crew: 11


Weight: 8,700kg (19,180lb)


Dimensions: length 6.01m; width 2.20m; height 2.48m


Range: 250km (156 miles)


Armour 8mm (0.31in)


Armament: none (basic model)


Powerplant: Maybach NL38 6-cylinder petrol engine developing 90hp (67.1kW)


Performance: maximum road speed 50km/h (31mph)


Kfz 69 (Krupp Boxer)


Kfz 69 (Krupp Boxer)


Krupp AG produced a light 6x4 truck powered by a horizontally opposed air-cooled 4-cylinder engine developing 60bhp, known as the Boxer. The 1933 prototype became the Kfz 69 and was produced in large numbers from 1934 onwards.


Crew: 1


Weight: 2,600kg (5,720lb)


Dimensions: length 4.95; width 1.95m; height 2.30m


Range: 300m (187 miles)


Armour: none


Armament: none (basic model)


Powerplant: Krupp 4-cylinder engine developing 60hp (44.7KW)


Performance: maximum road speed 70km/h (43.75mph)


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Friday 19 March 2010

VW Golf Gti Mk2 1983

VW Golf Gti Mk2 1983


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VW Golf Gti Mk2 1983


The first change to the Golf Gti took place in 1983 with the introduction of the Mark 2 model. More rounded in shape than the original, perhaps the most obvious visual difference was the twin-headlight grille, although this had been a feature of the last of the Mk1 Gti's, the Campaign model. The still 1.8-litre engine now had a peak torque figure of 114ft-lbs at 3,100 rpm, its 112bhp being achieved at 5500rpm instead of 5800rpm. Disc brakes were now fitted all-round. Two years later a second Gti was added to the model line up in the form of the 139bhp 16V.


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VW Golf GTI Cabriolet 1979

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet 1979


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VW Golf GTI Cabriolet 1979


Styled and developed by specialist coachbuilders Karmann, the Cabriolet version of the monocoque Golf was introduced in 1979. As the first of the modern generation of cabriolets, the model set the standard for soft-top family motoring for the next decade and had many imitators. The Cabriolet Gti was never produced in Mk 2 form, the open-top car retaining the shape of the earliest model throughout its life.


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WW2 Tanks Panzerkampfwagen 3 Medium, M3 Medium Tank Lee, T-34 Medium

WW2 Tanks


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WW2 Tanks


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This guide features some of the finest tanks of the Second World War from the nations of Germany, Russia and America. British tanks are covered in a separate guide. This guide includes the Sherman heavy tank, truly one of the great weapons of the war, and the mighty Tiger, a 55ton fighting machine with virtually impervious armour and an 88mm gun.


Panzerkampfwagen 3 Medium Tank


Panzerkampfwagen 3 Medium Tank


Specially designed for the new armoured divisions of the Wehrmacht, the Panzerkampfwagen III appeared in 1939 with a not very adequate version of the 37mm anti-tank gun. However, it did have a large turret ring which enabled larger guns to be fitted later. There was a good deal of development during the prototype stage and the version which came into production was the Ausf. E. Subsequent models went to Ausf. N. the alterations being mainly concerned with extra armour, wider tracks and more engine power. Total PzKpfw III production was around 5,700 examples.


M3 Medium Tank ( Lee )


M3 Medium Tank Lee


To equal the firepower of the German tanks, the US Army needed a tank with a 75mm gun but their M2 couldn't carry such a heavy weapon. The answer was to mount a 75mm gun with limited traverse on to the right-hand side of a modified M2 hull. A small cast turret with a 37mm gun was located on the top left. In American service the M3 was used principally as a training tank, 6,258 had been produced when production ceased in December 1942 following the arrival of the M4, Many M3s were converted to other uses.


T-34 Medium Tank


T-34 Medium Tank


Probably the outstanding tank of the Second World War, its combination of well-sloped armour, a heavy armament, high speed and a superb cross-country performance (due to its wide tracks and high power-to-weight ratio) meant that the German Pzkw Mk3 and IV found themselves completely outclassed. The Germans had tended to underestimate Soviet tank design and production, and received a rude awakening when the Wehrmacht encountered the T-34s and KVs, whose existence had not even been suspected. A major weapon in the defeat of the German Army in 1945.


Tiger I Heavy Tank


Tiger I Heavy Tank


When introduced in late 1942, the Tiger was the most formidable tank in the world, a reputation it retained until the end of the war. The main armament was the powerful 88mm gun, which could defeat 100mm of armour at 1,000m (3,280ft) range, while the Tiger's frontal armour was impervious to any Allied gun except suicidal short ranges. The Tiger guilt up a formidable reputation, one instance is recorded of a single Tiger holding of an entire Allied division, killing 25 tanks before it was finally stalked and defeated. 1,354 were built by August 1944.


M4 Medium Tank ( Sherman )


M4 Medium Tank Sherman


The M4 series was the most widely produced, most widely used, and most important of all tanks in service with American, British and Allied forces in WW2. While not the best Allied tank in qualitative terms, and certainly inferior in armour and hitting power to the best German and Soviet tanks, the M4 (popularly known by its British name of Sherman) had the virtues of simplicity of maintenance, reliability, speed, ruggedness and an uncomplicated design. Total M4 production was 49,234.


KV-1 Heavy Tank


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The KV series arose from the need t have a heavy tank to batter through fixed defences, and in 1939 Soviet Russia was the only country in the world to have such a tank in production. The KV (Klim Voroshilov) was designed in 1938 to replace the T-35 with its many turrets. Gun design had improved to the point where the 76.2mm gun could fire both HE and armour-piercing shell, alleviating the need for more than one turret. The main gun could now do all the tasks need. This allowed a smaller and better protected vehicle to be produced, and the crew was reduced by half.


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VW Golf GTI Mk1 Campaign 1983

VW Golf GTI Mk1 Campaign 1983


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VW Golf GTI Mk1 Campaign


As much of a classic as any Ferrari and Golf Gti's claim to fame is that it spawned a host of imitators and brought together an affordable blend of performance, handling and reliability to the mass-market buyer. Few cars have had the greatness thrust upon them at such an early age or made such an impact. The last MkI to be built was the much sought after Campaign model. A limited-edition, the 1983 Campaign featured a four-lamp grille, tinted glass, a steel sliding sunroof and 6jx14 Pirelli-styled alloy wheels.


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VW Golf GTI Mk 1 1975, 1979, 1980, 1982

VW Golf GTI Mk 1


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Classic VW Golf GTI Mk 1


The Volkswagen Gti was launched in left-hand drive from in 1975 with a 1,588cc engine and four-speed manua gearbox. By 1979 the steering wheel had swapped sides for the UK market, and an extra gear had been added. In 1980 the cheap looking steel wheels were replaced by nine-spoke alloys, which helped to improve the look of the car. A larger 1,781cc engine replaced the original in 1982 offering improved mid-range acceleration and better fuel-economy.


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