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How wide is a Reliant Robin?

How wide is a Reliant Robin?

The Reliant Robin 850 weighs 436 Kg / 961 lbs….

Reliant Robin 850 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight
Wheelbase : 215.9 cm or 85 inches
Length : 332.7 cm or 130.98 inches
Width : 142.2 cm or 55.98 inches
Height : 137.2 cm or 54.02 inches

Do Reliant Robins really roll?

“Owning a Reliant Robin is like having a family pet. Yes, it’s a nuisance sometimes, and, yes, it can be stubborn and unreliable, but it scampers when you go out together, and if you play with its differential, it will even roll over so you can tickle its tummy.”

How many Reliant Robins were used in Only Fools and Horses?

The instantly recognisable Reliant Regal Supervan III dates back to 1972 and was bought by the BBC when the classic comedy began in 1981. The yellow van was one of a fleet of six used during the 22 years the show ran for.

Can you drive a Robin Reliant on a CBT?

Believe you can drive a Robin Reluant on a full bike license, which at 16 with a CBT you will not have. Have a look at this thread which explains about what you’ll be allowed to ride at 16. So in short, no you’re not allowed to drive a Reliant Robin at 16.

What is a Bond Bug?

Bond 875. The Bond Bug is a small British two-seat, three-wheeled automobile which was designed by Tom Karen of Ogle Design for Reliant Motor Company, who built it from 1970 to 1974, initially at Bond Cars Ltd factory, but subsequently at Reliant’s Tamworth factory.

How many Reliant Robins are left?

2021 2018
RELIANT ROBIN LX 551 726
RELIANT ROBIN SLX 212 231
RELIANT ROBIN SUPER 60 47
RELIANT ROBIN VAN 45 41

What are Reliant Robins like to drive?

But the truth is that the Reliant Robin has a rorty-sounding 848cc engine and the sort of snickety gearbox that makes you lament the passing of the proper manual. Plus, it’s an absolute hoot to drive, partly because it’s light and nimble and partly because passers-by are genuinely fond of it.

How many reliant Regals are left?

2021 2019
RELIANT REGAL 21E 700 7 9
RELIANT REGAL 3/25 52 56
RELIANT REGAL 3/30 34 27
RELIANT REGAL DELUXE 3 3

What the difference between a Reliant Robin and Regal?

The Reliant Regal 3/25 and 3/30, compared to the Robin, had… A different body (considerably thicker than the Robin). Notably, the Regal 3/25 and 3/30’s bonnets dip down between the headlights. The Robin’s rear end is also blatantly more pretty, showing the handiwork of Ogle Design.

Can a 16 year old drive a Reliant Robin?

Sorry age 16 cannot drive them, you are stuck with a Motorcycle or scooter under 50cc or a road legal quadbike if you can find one.

What CC is a Robin Reliant?

The Reliant Robin is a small three-wheeled car produced by the Reliant Motor Company in Tamworth, England….

Reliant Robin
Engine 748 cc and 848 cc OHV light alloy straight-4
Transmission 4-speed manual all-synchromesh
Dimensions
Wheelbase 85 in (2,159 mm)

Who owns Reliant cars?

For a period from the 1970s until the 1990s, Reliant was the UK’s second biggest British-owned car manufacturer behind British Leyland….Reliant Motors.

Badge of Reliant Motors
1971 Reliant Regal
Founders Tom Williams, Eddie Thompson,
Defunct 2002
Fate Ending of car production

What kind of engine does a Reliant Robin have?

Cars belonging to Reliant Robin Mk I Saloon submodel, manufactured or offered in the years 1973-1981 with three-wheeler hatchback body type, equipped with engines of 748 – 848 cc (45.6 – 51.7 cui) displacement, delivering 23.5 – 29.5 kW (32 – 40 PS, 32 – 40 hp) of horsepower:

What is the top speed of a Reliant Robin 850?

With a maximum top speed of 80 mph (128 km/h), a curb weight of 961 lbs (436 kgs), the Robin 850 has a naturally-aspirated Inline 4 cylinder engine, Petrol motor. This engine produces a maximum power of 40 PS (39 bhp – 29 kW) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 62.0 Nm (45 lb.ft) at 5500 rpm.

Which is the most stable shape of a Reliant Robin?

In geometry, a triangular shape is considered to be the most stable and that’s why they’re employed in truss as well in trellis frames in motorcycles. The Reliant’s single front wheel coupled with a higher center of gravity would lead to the laws of physics acting in a not-so-favorable manner.

Which is more expensive a mini or a Reliant Robin?

Another amusing fact was that the Robin was more expensive than a Mini which offered a proprietary fourth-wheel. Back when it was new, the Reliant Robin cost around £800 which after inflation is nearly $11,000 in today’s money! This sort of money could easily get you a liter-class motorcycle.