Tatra 80

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Tatra T80
Overview
Manufacturer TATRA, a. s.
Production 1931–1935
25 produced[1]
Designer Hans Ledwinka
Body and chassis
Class Luxury car
Body style saloon, cabriolet
landaulet
Layout FR layout
Powertrain
Engine 5.99 L 65-degree 5991 cc V12
Transmission 4-speed manual[1]
Dimensions
Curb weight 2,500 kg (5,500 lb)[2]
Tatra T80 V12 engine

Tatra T80 is an automobile from Tatra designed by Hans Ledwinka in 1931. It was the flagship of Tatra at the time, powered by water-cooled 5991 cc V12 engine, including the familiar backbone chassis and swing axle suspension. With engine power of 120 bhp (89 kW) the car has top speed of 140 kilometres per hour (87 mph).

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 "1932 Tatra 80". conceptcarz.com. Retrieved 2008-03-13. 
  2. "Tatra T80". histomobile.com. Retrieved 2008-03-13. 

Literature

  • Tatra Automobiles - Luxury Cars from Koprivnice 1920-1940 by Miroslav Gomola, AGM publisher Czech republic
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