Bentley R Type
Bentley R Type — standard 4-door saloon; otherwise as arranged with coachbuilder by customer, 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Bentley R Type
Bentley R Type is a Standard 4-door saloon; otherwise as arranged with coachbuilder by customer in the luxury car class. The available vehicle data lists 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate) as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed manual with synchromesh; 4-speed ''Hydramatic'' automatic (optional from 1952) and a front engine, rear-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Bentley R Type guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate) and 4-speed manual with synchromesh; 4-speed ''Hydramatic'' automatic (optional from 1952) transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Bentley R Type specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Bentley |
|---|---|
| Model | R Type |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | Standard 4-door saloon; otherwise as arranged with coachbuilder by customer |
| Vehicle class | Luxury car |
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors Limited (1931) |
| Production | 1952–19552,323 built |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Bentley R Type includes 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate).. Transmission information includes 4-speed manual with synchromesh; 4-speed ''Hydramatic'' automatic (optional from 1952).. The listed drivetrain/layout is front engine, rear-wheel drive.
| Engine | 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate) |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 4-speed manual with synchromesh; 4-speed ''Hydramatic'' automatic (optional from 1952) |
| Drivetrain / layout | front engine, rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 120 in (3,048 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 200 in (5,080 mm) |
| Width | 69 in (1,753 mm) |
| Height | 64.5 in (1,638 mm) |
Bentley R Type other specifications
| Name | Bentley R Type |
|---|---|
| Image | Bentley Type R (1955) – 19775585676.jpg |
| Caption | 1955 R-Type standard steel sports saloon |
| Aka | Bentley Mark VII |
| Sp | uk |
Bentley R Type 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley R Type | 1952–19552,323 built | 4.6 L IOE I6; 130 hp (96.9 kW); estimate) | 4-speed manual with synchromesh; 4-speed ''Hydramatic'' automatic (optional from 1952) | front engine, rear-wheel drive |
Bentley R Type features and equipment
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Recommended tire pressure for Bentley R Type
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 Bentley R Type
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