Cutaway Automobile Chassis [Austin A40]

Object detail

Accession number

1985.5

Maker

Austin Motor Company

Production period

1950s

Description

An instructional automobile chassis model for engineers and motor mechanics. Includes; 4 tyres, a steering column. Slanted front wheels. Painted multiple colours to highlight various parts: grey body, yellow steering column, dark blue gear box and axle. Metal patents plate on engine.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal/Alloy/Steel
Processed Material/Metal

Collection

Engine Collection
Vehicle Collection

Credit Line

Austin Motor Company. 1951. Cutaway Automobile Chassis [Austin A40], 1985.5. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Component, Vehicle Tools & Equipment for Communication Land Transportation T&E Land Transportation Accessories

Production place

England Great Britain British Isles Europe Great Britain United Kingdom

Collection type

Road Transport Transport

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