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Model

340 America


Engine

Number of cylinders and arrangement


12 in 60° V.

Bore and stroke


80 x 68 mm.

Unitary and total capacity


341.8 / 4,101.66 cc.

Position


Front longitudinal.

Cylinder block and head


Light alloy.

Compression ratio


8:1.

Max. power output


230 bhp at 6,000 rpm.

Timing gear


2 valves per cylinder, 1 overhead camshaft.

Fuel feed


3 Weber 40 DCF carburettors.

Ignition


Single, coil-ignition with 2 distributors.


Transmission

Clutch


Dry, single-plate.

Gearbox


5 speeds + reverse.

Differential


Conventional.


Frame

Type and material


Monobloc in elliptic section steel tubes.

Front suspension


Independent, double wishbone, single transverse leaf spring.

Rear suspension


Live axle, longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs.

Brakes


Drums, hydraulic control.

Steering


Worm and wheel.

Fuel tank


135 litres.

Cooling system


1 front radiator.


Dimensions

Wheelbase and front/rear track


2,420 / 1,278 / 1,250 mm.

Tyres


6.40-15.

Weight empty


900 kg.


Performance

Top speed


240 km/h.