Triumph Herald 1200
Triumph Herald 1200 — 2-door saloon; 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible; 3-door estate car; 3-door van (courier), 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Triumph Herald 1200
Triumph Herald 1200 is a 2-door saloon; 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible; 3-door estate car; 3-door van (Courier) in the small family car class. The available vehicle data lists 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60) as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed manual (synchromesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears, no overdrive) and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Triumph Herald 1200 guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60) and 4-speed manual (synchromesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears, no overdrive) transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Triumph Herald 1200 specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Triumph |
|---|---|
| Model | Herald 1200 |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 2-door saloon; 2-door coupé; 2-door convertible; 3-door estate car; 3-door van (Courier) |
| Vehicle class | Small family car |
| Manufacturer | Standard-Triumph (1959–1968)British Leyland (1968–1971) |
| Production | 1959–1971 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Triumph Herald 1200 includes 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60).. Transmission information includes 4-speed manual (synchromesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears, no overdrive).. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60) |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 4-speed manual (synchromesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears, no overdrive) |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 91 in (2,311 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 153 in (3,886 mm) |
| Width | 60 in (1,524 mm) |
| Height | 52 in (1,321 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 725 kg (1,598 lb) (1200 convertible) to 865 kg (1,907 lb) (13/60 estate) |
Triumph Herald 1200 other specifications
| Sp | uk |
|---|---|
| Image | Triumph Herald 1200 first registered April 1964 1147cc.jpg |
| Caption | 1964 Triumph Herald 1200 Saloon |
| Name | Triumph Herald |
| Aka | Triumph 12/50; Triumph 1200; Triumph Courier; Standard Herald (India) |
Triumph Herald 1200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Herald | 1959–1971 | 948 cc OHV I4; 1147 cc OHV I4 (Herald 1200 & 12/50); 1296 cc OHV I4 (13/60) | 4-speed manual (synchromesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears, no overdrive) | FR layout |
Triumph Herald 1200 features and equipment
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Standard or documented features
Recommended tire pressure for Triumph Herald 1200
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 | 34 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 36 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Triumph Herald 1200
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