HCE (car)

The HCE was a British four-wheeled cyclecar manufactured in 1912 and 1913. It was originally made by H.C.E. Cars of London SW, and later by the Easycar Company at a 30-acre (120,000 m2) site with test track in Harold Wood, then in Essex.

HCE
Overview
ManufacturerHCE Cars
Easycar Company
Production19121913
Body and chassis
ClassCyclecar
Body styleVarious
Powertrain
EngineBuckingham single cylinder
TransmissionChain and belt drive

The car used a single cylinder Buckingham engine with a tax rating of 6/8 hp driving by chain to a two speed gearbox and then by belt to the rear wheels.[1]

A range of body styles were advertised, including four-seaters. In 1913, four-wheel brakes were fitted, which was unusual for the time.

References

  1. Georgano, N. (2000). Beaulieu Encyclopedia of the Automobile. London: HMSO. ISBN 1-57958-293-1.


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