Audi Type R

Audi Type R

Manufacturer	Audi
Production	1928-1932
Assembly	Germany

The Audi Type R started production in 1927 as a successor to the Type M. The vehicle had an eight-cylinder in-line engine with 4.9 litres of displacement. It developed 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) Over a three-speed transmission which drove to the rear wheels. The car had two leaf-sprung solid axles and four wheel hydraulic brakes. Although the new car was much more efficient and cheaper than its predecessor, it still found little support. An overall 145 copies were produced.

Specifications

Production	1928-1932
Engine	8 Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Bore x Stroke	80 mm (3.1 in) x 122 mm (4.8 in)
Capacity	4872 cc
Power	100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp)
Top Speed	120 km/h (75 mph)
Empty Weight	2,300 kg (5,071 lb) (Chassis)
Electrical	12 Volt
Wheelbase	3,620 mm (142.5 in)
Track Front/Rear	1,540 mm (60.6 in)/1,450 mm (57.1 in)