250 Mark 3

1972 Ducati 250 Mark 3 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Ducati's classic motorcycle platform, the 1972 Ducati 250 Mark 3 utilizes a 248 cc (15.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 18 HP (13.1 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 72.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 250 Mark 3 measures 136 kg (300 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.56 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 130 km/h (81 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Ducati archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1970 to 1974, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.