Mercedes-Benz W136 | |
|---|---|
| Pays | Germany |
| Type | Voiture de luxe / Voiture de direction de taille moyenne |
| Produit | 1935–1955 |
| Construit | +170000 |
Lla Mercedes-Benz W136 était Mercedes-Benz’de la gamme principale de voitures quatre cylindres en ligne du milieu des années 1930 aux années 1950. Le modèle 170 V a fait ses débuts publics en tant que successeur du W15 Typ 170 en février 1936. Entre 1936 et 1939, c’était Mercedes’ top selling model. Between 1936 and 1942 over 75,000 were built making it by far the most popular Mercedes-Benz model up till that point. Enough of the W136’L’outillage a survécu aux bombardements alliés pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale (ou pourrait être recréé après la guerre) pour servir de base sur laquelle l’entreprise pourrait se reconstruire. En 1947, le modèle 170 V avait repris sa place en tant que Mercedes.’ top-seller, a position it held until 1953. The « C » dans le 170 V’nom était une abréviation de « Vorn » (avant), ajoutée pour la différencier de la Mercedes-Benz 170H (W28) contemporaine à moteur arrière (« H » Pour « Diable », arrière) qui utilisait le même moteur quatre cylindres de 1697cc, mais positionné à l’arrière de la voiture.
Source: Mercedes-Benz W136 sur Wikipedia
| Mercedes 170 VA 1951 Walk Around | |
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| Photographe | Inconnu |
| Localisation | Inconnu |
| Photos | 33 |
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A Bridge Between Eras
Lla Mercedes-Benz 170 VA, produced starting in May 1950, was a critical bridge for Daimler-Benz as it transitioned from pre-war designs to modern luxury. While it maintained the classic « upright » aesthetics of the 1930s, the « Un » in 170 VA signaled significant technical improvements over the standard 170 V. It was rugged enough to handle the bombed-out roads of post-war Europe yet refined enough to maintain the brand’s prestige.
| Attribute | Technical Specification (1951 170 VA) |
|---|---|
| Model Series | W136 (Type 170) |
| Engine Type | M136 Inline-4 Petrol |
| Déplacement | 1,767 cc (Upgraded from 1,697 cc) |
| Horsepower | 45 hp (33 kW) @ 3600 rpm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 116 km/h (72 mph) |
| Fuel Economy | Approx. 10 L/100km (23.5 mpg) |
| Chassis Type | X-shaped oval tube frame |
Key Innovations of the ‘VA’ Série
- Engine Displacement Bump: The 170 VA saw the engine bored out from 1.7L to 1.8L, increasing output from 38 hp to 45 hp. This allowed for better highway cruising as the Autobahn network began to recover.
- External Trunk Access: One of the most beloved « moderne » upgrades in the 1950-51 models was a trunk lid that opened from the outside. In previous 170 V models, luggage had to be reached from behind the rear seats inside the cabin.
- Telescopic Shock Absorbers: The VA replaced the old lever-type shocks with modern telescopic units, significantly improving ride quality over rough cobblestones.
- Safety Upgrades: The rear track was widened for better stability, and the braking surface area was increased to handle the higher top speeds.
Historical Significance
- Lla « Mother-in-Law » Seat: While the 1951 170 VA was primarily a 4-door sedan, rare 2-seater roadster variants still featured the « mother-in-law » rumble seat in the rear.
- Foundation for the Diesel Era: The petrol 170 VA was produced alongside the 170 DA, the car that pioneered the modern diesel passenger car market.
- Lla « OTP » Variant: In 1951, a special 4-door open-top version (Offener Tourenwagen Polizei) was produced for the West German police, appearing much like a pre-war staff car.
- Succession: The 170 VA was eventually succeeded by the 170 Vb (wider track/windshield) and finally the « Ponton » 180 series, which moved away from the separate fender/frame design entirely.
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