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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).
Weight comparison estimate between the Bentley III and the K Series Bentley, detailing heavier, lighter, and unaltered components.

Identifier  ExFiles\Box 100\3\  scan0029
Date  24th August 1937
  
Handwritten: 200B also 2x8' H58 24.8.37

Estimate of Weight of Bentley III
Compared to present K
Series Bentley.

Heavier
Engine 10 lbs.
Gearbox 15
Prop. shaft 5
Rear Axle 6
Frame 100
Tyres & Wheels 12.
148

Lighter.
Body (Lp{Mr Lappin}'s) 60 lbs.
Alum. wings. 40
Brakes 10
Dampers 10
Governor unit 6
Engine Mount. 1
127

Unaltered.
Front Suspension.
Electrical.
Steering.
Jacks.
Radiator.

(NOTE. Front pan is included in frame).
  
  


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