Engineering:Dodge Series 116

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Dodge Series 116
Dodge Series 116 Touring 1924.jpg
1924 Dodge Series 116 Touring
Overview
ManufacturerDodge
Model years1923-1925
AssemblyUnited States: Detroit, Michigan (Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly)
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine212.3 cu in (3.5 L) I4
Transmission3-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase116 in (2,946.4 mm)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight2,495 lb (1,132 kg)[1]
Chronology
PredecessorDodge Model 30-35

The Dodge Series 116 was a middle class automobile made by Dodge from 1923 to 1925 as their main model. Released June 1922, it was the first car ever to have an all steel body.[2] The model was updated in 1924 with a higher hood line, a rear brake light, and new springs.[2] It came equipped with a three-speed standard manual transmission and an advertised 35 horsepower Flathead four-cylinder engine giving the car a top speed of around 45/50 miles an hour. depending on the body style, Luxury optional equipment included door locks, transmission lock, exhaust heater, disk wheels or wood spoke wheels with demountable rims, and roll-down windows.

References

  1. "1925 Dodge Brothers Series 116 technical and mechanical specifications". https://www.conceptcarz.com/s16219/dodge-brothers-series-116.aspx. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. pp. 460–483. ISBN 0-87341-478-0.