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Mercedes-Benz W188 I Roadster

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1 versions · 1 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
300 S (150 KM) Selected Gasoline 150 KM 1952–1955

Selected engine version

300 S (150 KM)

Gasoline · 1952–1955

Engine power
150KM
Torque
230Nm
Engine displacement
2,996cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15s
Maximum speed
175km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
W188
Version
W188 I Roadster
Engine
300 S (150 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1952
End of production
1955
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
4
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
175 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15 s
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
13.8 l/100 km

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Engine

Engine model / code
M188.920
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2996 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
85 mm
Piston stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
7.8
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
7.5 l
Coolant capacity
19.5 l
Power
150 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
230 Nm @ 3800 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
85 l
Curb weight
1540 kg
Gross weight
2000 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4730 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1510 mm
Wheelbase
2900 mm
Front track
1480 mm
Rear track
1525 mm
Ground clearance
180 mm
Turning circle
12.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Worm and roller steering
Rim size
15
ABS
no