Rolls-Royce B range engines

The Rolls-Royce B range was a range of petrol engines first intended to be installed in a car but in 1943 developed into a range to power the British Army's wheeled vehicles.[1]

The range included B40, B60, B80 and B81 versions.

The Alvis Saladin and Rolls-Royce Phantom IV were fitted with 8-cylinder versions.

Alvis Saladin at RAF Cosford
Austin Champ B40 engine
Princess Margaret's Phantom IV

History

The group of engineers at Rolls-Royce's Clan Foundry in Belper Derbyshire led by W A Robotham completed development of the Rolls-Royce Meteor engine in 1943 and began work on this rationalised range of petrol engines to power a range of army combat vehicles. Development was completed and manufacture started at Rolls-Royce Crewe in 1947.[2]

Applications

Saracen
Saladin
Stalwart
Salamander
Humber Pig
Humber Hornet

See also

References

  1. ↑ Rolls-Royce Motors Holdings Limited. The Times, Monday, May 07, 1973; pg. 23; Issue 58775
  2. ↑ Spencer MBE CEng FIEE, Reginald J. "Rolls-Royce at Clan Foundry, Belper". Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts Club. R.R.E.C Limited. A company registered in England and Wales, No 1154113. Retrieved 25 January 2017.

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