Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud — 4-door saloonvariations provided by coachbuilders were:2-door convertible2-door coupé, '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a 4-door saloonvariations provided by coachbuilders were:2-door convertible2-door coupé in the sedan class. The available vehicle data lists '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8 as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8 and 4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Rolls-Royce |
|---|---|
| Model | Silver Cloud |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 4-door saloonvariations provided by coachbuilders were:2-door convertible2-door coupé |
| Vehicle class | sedan |
| Manufacturer | Rolls-Royce Ltd |
| Production | April 1955 – March 19667,372 produced |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ, TH |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud includes '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8.. Transmission information includes 4-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 123 in (3,124 mm) (short-wheelbase) 127 in (3,226 mm) (long wheelbase, offered for 1957 and 1958 cars) |
|---|---|
| Length | 212 in (5,385 mm) |
| Width | 74.75 in (1,899 mm) |
| Height | 64 in (1,626 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 4647 lb |
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud other specifications
| Image | 333JAX 1961 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud II.jpg |
|---|---|
| Name | Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud |
| Sp | uk |
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | April 1955 – March 19667,372 produced | '''Mk.I:''' 4.9 L I6'''Mk.II & III:''' 6.2 L V8 | 4-speed automatic | FR layout |
| Silver Cloud I | 1955–19582,238 produced | 4.9 L I6 | 4 speed GM Hydramatic automatic | Not specified |
| Silver Cloud II | 1959–19622,417 produced | 6.2 L V8 | Not specified | Not specified |
| Silver Cloud III | 1963–19662,044 produced | 6.2 L V8 220HP (estimate) | Not specified | Not specified |
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud features and equipment
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Standard or documented features
Recommended tire pressure for Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
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