1952 Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I

Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I 1952


1952 Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I
Year of manufacture 1952
Type Allround
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 995.0 ccm (60.71 cubic inches)
Type of engine Square four cylinder
Engine details Double twin cylinder arranged as a square.
Output 35.0 HP (25.5 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Top speed 144.8 km/h (90.0 mph)
Compression 6.0:1
Bore x stroke 65.0 x 78.0 mm (2.6 x 3.1 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor. SU MC2 carburettor
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Lubrication system Dry sump with dual oil pump.
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 4-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Exhaust system Dual two-into-one
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular single loop
Front suspension Oil damped telescopic fork
Rear suspension Plunger-link spring
Front tire 3.25-19
Rear tire 4.00-18
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 203 mm (8.0 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 178 mm (7.0 inches)
Wheels Wire spoked. Dunlop tyres.
Seat Solo seat
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.1777 HP/kg
Overall length 2083 mm (82.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1422 mm (56.0 inches)
Fuel capacity 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Red/chrome, Black/chrome
Starter Kick
Electrical 6 Volt battery.
Light 30 Watt headlamp.
Comments Also called ´Squariel´. Designed by Edward Turner.
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