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Model
Total Production
Surviving
Production
 
M.G. 18/80 Mk I
502
33
1928 to 1931
 

 










Specification & prices for M.G. 18/80 Mk I

Top speed: 85mph
Prices new: Mk I Chassis £455, 2-seater £520, Tourer £ 525, Speed Model £525,
Salonette £565, Saloon £580
Engine: 6-cylinder, overhead camshaft
Capacity: 2468cc. 60 BHP @ 3800RPM
Bore & stroke: 69mm x 110mm
Firing order: 153624
Ignition: Mk I Coil & Lucas 2 point distributor
Lubrication: Mains & big ends pressure-fed from oil pump
Carburettors: Twin SU
Starter & dynamo: Lucas
Cooling: Thermosyphon, pump assisted
Gearbox: 3 speed & reverse
Clutch: 2 plate cork in oil
Transmission: Fully enclosed prop-shaft in torque tube
Final drive: Spiral bevel CWP 4.25:1 ratio
Wheelbase: 9’ 6”
Track: 4’ 0”
Brakes: 12” cable operated, (early cars rod), optional servo.
Wheels: Rudge Whitworth wire wheels
Tyres: 475/19 cross-ply

 

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