Triumph TR3

Triumph TR3 - key facts

  • First introduced in 1955, the Triumph TR3 ended production in 1957.
  • 60mph was reached in 8.5 seconds.
  • The maximum speed of the Triumph TR3 was 102 mph.
  • 13,377 of the Triumph TR3 were produced.
Triumph TR3 Specifications
Production 13,377
From 1955
Until 1957
Bodywork
Body StyleSports
Dimensions
Length12ft 6in3.84m
Width4ft 71/2in1.41m
Wheelbase7ft 3in2.24m
Front Track3ft 91/2in1.16m
Rear Track3ft 91/2in1.16m
Kerb Weight1988lb/0.887ton902kg
Engine
Engine displacement1991cc121cu in
Bore3in83mm
Stroke3.62in92mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio8.5:1
Power Output95bhp @ 4800rpm94PS @ 4800rpm
Specific Output48bhp/litre0.78bhp/cu in
Torque Output117lbft @ 3000rpm159Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque80Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemTwin Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight107bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph7.5 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph8.5 seconds
Standing Qtr mile18.7 seconds
Top speed102mph164km/h
Fuel consumption27mpg11km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual with Overdrive option
Number of gears4
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