Wolseley 18/85 Series III

Wolseley 18/85 Series III - key facts

  • Introduced in 1939, the end came for the Wolseley 18/85 Series III in 1948.
  • The maximum speed of the Wolseley 18/85 Series III was 75 mph.
  • A total of 8,213 units were manufactured ((Postwar only)).
Wolseley 18/85 Series III Specifications
Production 8,213
(Postwar only)
From 1939
Until 1948
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length14ft 3in4m
Kerb Weight3108lb/1.387ton1410kg
Engine
Engine displacement2321cc142cu in
Cylinders6
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output85bhp @ 4000rpm84PS @ 4000rpm
Specific Output37bhp/litre0.6bhp/cu in
Torque Output111lbft @ 2000rpm150Nm @ 2000rpm
Specific Torque65Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight61bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile23.3 seconds
Top speed75mph121km/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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