Bianchi 8 HP
1903 car produced by F.I.V. Edoardo Bianchi
The Bianchi 8 HP is a car produced by F.I.V. Edoardo Bianchi in 1903.
Characteristics
The car's body was made of precious woods, using aluminium foils on a sturdy frame consisting of a rectangular structure made of steel tubes, with a second tubular frame positioned inside the first. The technical solution of a double chassis made sure that, in case of impact, the deformations of the first would not be transmitted to the second, safeguarding the mechanical parts, engine and transmission.
Other technical characteristics:
Chassis: Double chassis made of steel tubes.
Engine: De Dion Buton, single cylinder 942 cm3.
Ignition: Crank ignition, directly on engine.
Settings: The levers on the steering column regulate the flow of fuel, oil and air into the carburetor.
Transmission: Cardan shaft drive fitting the rear axle.
Brakes: Drum brake only on rear wheels.
Cooling system: Water-cooling system with vane-based heat exchanger in the front of the car.
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