Opel Blitz 3.6-42-30

Tromlebremser

NL: Special truck

This rare Opel Blitz was built in 1940 in Brandenburg and bought by the owner in 1982. The restoration was completed in 1993. This Blitz has an original rare steel factory cabin and is equipped with an open loading platform. The complete drivetrain (engine, gearbox and axles) has been completely loose and overhauled with all bearings replaced. After extensive searches in various countries, an original Imbert Houtgas generator has been found and returned to its original condition and assembled. The owner''s company used to drive this type of Opel Blitz and transport building materials. Technical data: Motor 3.6 Ltr. (Opel) Fuel Petrol / Wood gas Number of cylinders 6-cylinder Displacement 3626 CC Bore x Stroke 90 x 95 mm Power 75 HP Engine / Cylinder head Cast iron Distribution OHV with Gears Lubrication Oil pressure lubrication with gear pump Carburettor Crankcase downdraft carburettor with acceleration pump Cooling system Water cooling with water pump and thermostat Clutch Dry clutch disc with pressure group Gearbox 5 gears Drive Rear-wheel drive, differential with bevel gearing Chassis construction Pressed steel U-profiles with sleepers, Steel cabin Front suspension Rigid forged front axle ½ elliptical leaf suspension with hydraulic shock absorbers Rear axle Rigid rear axle, banjo ½ elliptical leaf suspension Wheels Steel wheels Tires 7.00x20 at the front, 7.25x20 at the rear (dual tires) Steering Steering column with worm gear and pitman arm, adjustable Brakes Hydraulic on 4 wheels via drum brakes Handbrake Mechanical on the rear wheels Tank capacity 82 liters Consumption 23 to 26 liters per 100 km Max speed in km 80 - 90 km = More information = Bodywork: Open body Front axle: Tyre size: 7,00x20; Steering; Tyre profile left: 100%; Tyre profile right: 100% Rear axle: Tyre size: 7,25x20; Double wheels; Tyre profile left inner: 100%; Tyre profile left outer: 100%; Tyre profile right outer: 100%; Tyre profile right outer: 100% Number of cylinders: 6 Empty weight: 3.495 kg Technical condition: very good Visual appearance: very good