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Bugatti Type 55 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1932–1935) — First Generation

The Bugatti Type 55 First Generation is a lightweight open two-seater built around racing hardware. Offered here in Roadster form, it pairs a compact cabin with mechanical simplicity that still shapes how the car drives and feels.

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Bugatti Type 55 Engines and Transmissions

The Bugatti Type 55 engine in the 2.3 MT Roadster is a gasoline unit paired with a manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. That straightforward powertrain means you shift yourself and manage traction through the rear wheels, so throttle and clutch inputs matter more than in modern cars.

Roadster — Bugatti Type 55 Engines and Transmissions

Roadster Bugatti Type 55 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
2.3 MTGasoline2262 cm³137 hp101 kWManualRWD

Bugatti Type 55 Dimensions

Roadster — Bugatti Type 55 Dimensions

Roadster Bugatti Type 55 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2.3 MT3460 mm1480 mm1200 mm2750 mm816 kg