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TV 175 Series 3

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36 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Top Speed
97 km/h
Engine
175 ccm

1963 Lambretta TV 175 Series 3 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Lambretta's scooter motorcycle platform, the 1963 Lambretta TV 175 Series 3 features a 175 cc (10.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 8.8 HP (6.4 kW) at 5,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 50.3 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the TV 175 Series 3 measures 109.8 kg (242 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.48 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Lambretta archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1962 to 1967, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
50.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.48 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 175.0 ccm (10.68 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 8.8 HP (6.4 kW)) @ 5300 RPM
Compression 8.0:1
Bore x Stroke 62.0 x 58.0 mm (2.4 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. DellÓrto
Cooling Air
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 96.6 km/h (60.0 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.50-10
Rear Tyre 3.50-10
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheels Chromed wheel rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 109.8 kg (242.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0797 HP/kg
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Ivory
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