1927 Napier-Campbell Blue Bird II

1927 Blue Bird II
Country of ManufactureGreat Britain
Engine 
    ManufacturerNapier Lion
    Cylinders12 - 3 banks of 4
    Bore139mm
    Stroke 130.2mm
    Cubic Capacity 22,299cc
    Compression ratio  
    Valves  
    Carburettor  
    Max. Power450 bhp at 2,000rpm 502 bhp at 2,200rpm
    Engine Mounting 
Transmission 
    Clutch16no. 11 1/4in. dry plates; hand lever to disconnect gearbox when car stationary
    GearboxFBM 3 speed epicyclical
    Ratios.333, .666, 1. Final drive ratio 1.27 to 1
    Back axlecrown and bevel independently supported
    Type of driveReinecker
Chassis3% nickel steel by Vickers
SuspensionWoodhead 1/2 elliptic springs, front and rear
Shock Absorbersduplex Hartford
Steering GearMarles duplicated
BrakesAlford and Alder, solid steel drums, direct or Dewandre vacuum servo. 18in dia and 1 5/8in wide
WheelsRudge-Whitworth – wire double-spoke to front, triple-spoke to rear
TyresDunlop size 33 x 5in. to front 35 x 5in to rear. Inflated width of tyre 5.85in.
Dimensions 
    Wheelbase12ft 1 1/2in
    Track front5ft 5 1/4 in.
    Track rear4ft 9 in.
    Length15ft
    Weight3 tons approx. dry
Fuel Tank Capacity15 gallons
RadiatorSerck 10gallon header tank
Bodywork 
    ManufacturerJarvis
    Materialmetal