The Dodge Series 116 was a middle class automobile made by Dodge from 1923 to 1925 as their main model. Released June 1922, it was the first car ever to have an all steel body.[2] The model was updated in 1924 with a higher hood line, a rear brake light, and new springs.[2] It came equipped with a three-speed standard manual transmission and an advertised 35 horsepower Flathead four-cylinder engine giving the car a top speed of around 45/50 miles an hour. depending on the body style, Luxury optional equipment included door locks, transmission lock, exhaust heater, disk wheels or wood spoke wheels with demountable rims, and roll-down windows.
| Dodge Series 116 | |
|---|---|
 1924 Dodge Series 116 Touring | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Model years | 1923-1925 |
| Assembly | United States: Detroit, Michigan (Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 212.3 cu in (3.5 L) I4 |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 116 in (2,946.4 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,495 lb (1,132 kg)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Dodge Model 30-35 |
References edit
- ^ "1925 Dodge Brothers Series 116 technical and mechanical specifications".
- ^ a b Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. pp. 460–483. ISBN 0-87341-478-0.
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