Triumph Herald 1200

A 1971 Triumph Herald at Sandwell, 2008

Triumph Herald 1200 - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1961, the Triumph Herald 1200 continued in production until 1970.
The Triumph Herald 1200 accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 28.6 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Triumph Herald 1200 was 74 mph.
A total of 251,416 units were manufactured .

Triumph Herald 1200 Specifications
Production	251,416
From	1961
Until	1970
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon/Coupe/Convertible/Estate/Van
Dimensions
Length	12ft 8in	3.89m
Wheelbase	7ft 71/2in	2.32m
Kerb Weight	1771lb/0.791ton	803kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1147cc	70cu in
Bore	2.73in	69.3mm
Stroke	2.99in	76mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	8:1
Power Output	39bhp @ 4500rpm	38PS @ 4500rpm
Specific Output	34bhp/litre	0.56bhp/cu in
Torque Output	61lbft @ 2250rpm	83Nm @ 2250rpm
Specific Torque	72Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Solex
Performance
Power to weight	49bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	18.4 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	28.6 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	23.4 seconds
Top speed	74mph	119km/h
Fuel consumption	31mpg	13km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Independent Transverse Leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4