| General information |
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| Model: | Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter |
| Year: | 1945 |
| Category: | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 497.00 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power: | 24.00 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
| Compression: | 6.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 86.4 x 85.0 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor. Amal monoblock |
| Fuel control: | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Lubrication system: | Dry sump with dual plunger pumps |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Clutch: | Dry |
| Driveline: | Burman |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Semi double cradle |
| Front suspension: | Grider forks |
| Rear suspension: | Rigid |
| Front tyre: | 3.00-20 |
| Rear tyre: | 3.25-19 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels: | Wire spoked. |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 170.1 kg (375.0 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 2,180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall width: | 640 mm (25.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.25 litres (3.50 gallons) |
| Oil capacity: | 3.40 litres (0.22 quarts) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | Red |
| Electrical: | 6V battery. |
| Further information |
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