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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
Graph comparing engine RPM against lift in pounds for 3rd gear and top gear, showing average performance and proposed minimums.

Identifier  ExFiles\Box 69\4\  scan0384
Date  1st August 1928 guessed
  
Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}
R.P.M.
2750
2500
2250
2000
1750
1500
1250
1000
750
500
Average AL 3rd gear
Average CL 3rd gear
Present minimum
Proposed new minimum 3rd gear
Average AL Top gear
Average CL Top gear
Present minimum
Proposed new minimum Top gear
LBS. LIFT
190
180
170
160
150
140
130
120
DYND.WN/500
33" wheels
15/52 Axle
  
  


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