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).
Estimate of weight differences between the Bentley III and the present K Series Bentley.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 100\3\ scan0030 | |
| Date | 24th August 1937 | |
| B. III FILE 200B 24.8.37. Estimate of Weight of Bentley III 458 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 ___ 50 alum Unaltered. Front Suspension. Electrical. Steering. Jacks. Radiator. BUMPER BAR 17 EXHAUST SYSTEM PETROL & TANK (NOTE. Front pan is included in frame). BUMPER BAR | ||