Wolseley 12/48 Series III

Wolseley 12/48 Series III - key facts

  • Introduced in 1938, the end came for the Wolseley 12/48 Series III in 1948.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 44 bhp.
  • The maximum speed of the Wolseley 12/48 Series III was 63 mph.
  • A total of 5,602 units were manufactured ((Postwar only)).
Wolseley 12/48 Series III Specifications
Production 5,602
(Postwar only)
From 1938
Until 1948
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length13ft 6in4m
Kerb Weight2968lb/1.325ton1346kg
Engine
Engine displacement1548cc94cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output44bhp @ 4000rpm43PS @ 4000rpm
Specific Output28bhp/litre0.47bhp/cu in
Torque Output72lbft @ 2000rpm98Nm @ 2000rpm
Specific Torque63Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight33bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile26.4 seconds
Top speed63mph101km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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