👉 Mercedes-Benz Type 630: A Grand Touring Marvel
➡️Origins and Development
- The Mercedes-Benz Type 630 was introduced by Daimler in 1924 and continued production until 1929. After the merger with Benz & Cie (effective 1926), it was rebranded as the Mercedes-Benz Typ 6301.
- Conceptualized by Technical Director Paul Daimler (son of the company’s founder) and later handled by Ferdinand Porsche, this car aimed to blend racing technology with a large, fast, and opulent road car.
Key Features:
➡️Switchable Supercharger (“Kompressor”):
- A defining feature of the Type 630 was its switchable supercharger. When engaged, it boosted the engine’s power significantly.
- The inline-six-cylinder engine had a displacement of 6.2 liters, producing 99 horsepower. With the supercharger activated, power surged to 138 horsepower.
➡️Luxury and Performance:
- The Type 630 was longer, heavier, and more powerful than its contemporary counterpart, the Mercedes 15/70/100 PS.
- It boasted impressive speed and maneuverability, making it a favorite among discerning buyers.
➡️Variants:
- The high-performance sports car version, sometimes referred to as the Mercedes-Benz 24/110/160 PS, was available between 1926 and 1929.
- Customers could choose from various body styles, including sedan, limousine, and landaulet.
➡️Specifications:
- Engine: 6.2-liter inline-six with a supercharger
- Power Output: 99 horsepower (138 with supercharger)
- Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
➡️Dimensions:
- Wheelbase: 3,750 mm (148 in)
- Length: 5,085 mm (200.2 in)
- Width: 1,780 mm (70 in)
- Height: 1,950 mm (77 in)
➡️Legacy:
- The Type 630 remains a pinnacle of 1920s German motoring, embodying luxury, speed, and engineering excellence.
- Its successor, the Mercedes-Benz 770, continued the legacy of opulent grand touring cars.
In the annals of automotive history, the Mercedes-Benz Type 630 stands as a testament to innovation and craftsmanship—a true masterpiece on wheels. 🌟