Humber Super Snipe Mk IV

Humber Super Snipe Mk IV - key facts

First introduced in 1952, the Humber Super Snipe Mk IV ended production in 1957.
60mph was reached in 16.6 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Humber Super Snipe Mk IV was 91 mph.

Humber Super Snipe Mk IV Specifications
From	1952
Until	1957
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	15ft 43/4in	4.69m
Width	6ft 11/2in	1.87m
Kerb Weight	3920lb/1.75ton	1778kg
Engine
Engine displacement	4139cc	253cu in
Cylinders	6
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	113bhp @ 3400rpm	111PS @ 3400rpm
Specific Output	27bhp/litre	0.45bhp/cu in
Torque Output	206lbft @ 1400rpm	279Nm @ 1400rpm
Specific Torque	67Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith/Stromber
Performance
Power to weight	65bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	11.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	16.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	20.9 seconds
Top speed	91mph	146km/h
Fuel consumption	15.5mpg	7km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Transverse Leaf
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual with Overdrive option or Automatic
Number of gears	4