history Mercedes 260 D

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German version

Mercedes 260 D (OM 138)
Motor in-line-four cylinder engine
displacement2545 cm³
bore * stroke90 * 100 mm
crankshaftfive bearing
compression20,5 : 1
Engine ControlOHV
Injectionantechamber system
mixture formationin-line injection pump (Bosch)
max. power33 kW (45 HP)
rated speed3000 rpm
powertrainFront Engine with Rear Drive
clutchsingle disc, dry
transmissionFour Speed, partly synchronised
connection between Gear 3 and 4
wheelbase3050 mm
Front SuspensionDouble-transverse-leaf spring, friction demper
Rear SuspensionTwo-joint-swing axle, hydraulical demper
Steeringfinger steering
BrakesDrums, hydraulical
Length4769 mm
Width1720 mm
Height1680 mm
Tank Capacity50 Litres
fuel consumptionapprox. 11 Litres/100 km
Basic Weightapprox. 1600 kg + driver
Top Speedapprox. 95 km/h
Manufactured1936 - 1940
VersionsLong version, Saloon/Sedan, Landaulet, Convertible