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BMW HH

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BMW HH
CategoryFormula 2
ConstructorBMW
Designer(s)Herman Holbein
Production1947-1950
SuccessorBMW 269
Technical specifications
EngineBMW M328, 1,971 cm3 (120.3 cu in), L6, NA
Torque200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft)
Transmission4-speed manual
Power130 hp (97 kW)
Weight510 kg (1,120 lb)
Competition history
Notable driversGermany Fritz Riess
Germany Günther Bechem
Debut1947

The BMW HH is an open-wheel Formula 2 racing car produced between 1947 and 1950 by German automobile manufacturer BMW.[1][2][3]

History

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In 1947, following the creation of the Formula 2 racing category by the FIA, different BMW HH47, HH48, and HH49 versions of single-seaters were designed by Herman Holbein (former head of BMW's chassis development department).

They are equipped with the 2.0-liter 6-cylinder engine of 130 hp (97 kW), for a 200 km/h top speed, from the BMW 328 and piloted among others by German drivers Fritz Riess and Günther Bechem.

References

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  1. ^ "When? - Forties & fifties German F2, F Libre and sportscar racing". 8w.forix.com. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
  2. ^ "HH 47 - BMW Profile". racingyears.com. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
  3. ^ "Retro Classica Story". barchetta.cc. Retrieved 2024-09-19.