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Triumph TR4 / TR4A

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Triumph TR4A

The Triumph TR4 was introduced in September 1961 to replace the TR3. It used a modified TR3A chassis and the 2138cc 4 cylinder engine that was previously available on the TR3A as an option. The bodywork however was completely new, having been designed by the Italian stylist Michelotti. This was the first TR to have wind-up windows and also included other benefits over its predecessors, such as face level ventilation in the dashboard and a larger boot compartment. A hardtop was available as an optional extra. The TR4A arrived in 1965 with a redesigned chassis that featured a new independent rear suspension arrangement to give the car a more comfortable ride. The TR4A also underwent some minor styling changes and a small increase in engine power to overcome the disadvantage of being slightly heavier than the TR4. A combined total of over 64000 TR4/4A models were built before production ended in August 1967. It was replaced by the TR5.


 

Specifications

Model

TR4

TR4A

Years Produced

1961-1965

1965-1967

Body Type

2 door sports

2 door sports

Length

12ft 10in

12ft 10in

Width

4ft 10in

4ft 10in

Weight

2240lb

2218lb

Engine

2138cc 4 cylinder inline

2138cc 4 cylinder inline

Power

100 bhp @ 4600 rpm

104 bhp @ 4700 rpm

Torque

127lb ft @ 3350 rpm

132lb ft @ 3000 rpm

Gearbox

4 speed manual all synchromesh, optional overdrive

Driven Wheels

Rear

Rear

Brakes

Disc front, drum rear

Disc front, drum rear

Front Suspension

Coil & Wishbone

Coil & Wishbone

Rear Suspension

Leaf spring, live axle

Independent coil spring / trailing arm

 

Performance

Model

TR4

TR4A

Top Speed

110 mph

110 mph

0-60 mph

10.0 seconds

10.0 seconds

Fuel Consumption

25 mpg

25 mpg

 

Useful Links

TR Drivers Club

TR Register

Club Triumph

Triumph Owners Club New Zealand

Triumph TR books at Amazon.co.uk

 

Gallery