General Data

General Specification Data from the official Triumph TR6 Workshop Manual (incorporating TC and PI models).

Engine

Number of cylinders 6 in line
Bore 2.94 in. (74.7 mm.)
Stroke 3.74 in. (95 mm.)
Capacity 152 cu. in. (2,498 cc.)
Compression ratio (PI) 9.5 : 1
Compression ratio (Carb/USA 1974) 7.5 : 1
Compression ratio (Carb/USA 1972-73) 7.75 : 1
Compression ratio (Carb/USA pre-1972) 8.5 : 1

Lubrication

Oil pump High capacity eccentric lobe type
Oil filter Full flow type, replaceable element
Oil warning light Extinguishes at 3 to 5 lbf/in² (0.21 to 0.35 kgf/cm²)

Cooling System

Type Water, “No Loss” system
Circulation Impeller type pump, Vee belt drive
Pressure 13 lbf/in² (0.91 kgf/cm²)
Thermostat (normal climate) Opens at 82°C (180°F)
Thermostat (cold climate) Opens at 88°C (190°F)

Fuel System

Petrol Injection

Tank Tank at rear
Pump Electric lift pump in luggage compartment
Metering distributor Lucas

Carburetter / U.S.A. Market

1974/1973 Model 2 Stromberg 175 CDSEV sidedraught
1972 Model 2 Stromberg 175 CDSE sidedraught
1971 Model 2 Stromberg 175 CD-2-SE sidedraught
Pre-1971 Model 2 Stromberg 175 CDSE sidedraught
Air cleaner Combined air cleaner and silencer with replaceable element

Clutch

Make/type Laycock
Release mechanism Hydraulically operated
Plate diameter 8.5 in. (216 mm.)

Gearbox

Synchromesh On all forward gears
Top 1.00
3rd 1.39
2nd 2.10
1st 2.99
Reverse 3.37
Overdrive (from CR567/CF1U) Laycock Type J — Top and 3rd gears
Overdrive (to CR567/CF1U) Laycock Type A — Top, 3rd and 2nd gears

Paint Colors

See the Paint Colors section for Triumph color charts.

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