Cadillac Models & History M 1906
TheModel M sold for $950. Calendar year sales and production were 3650. Model year sales were the same number. Serial number were on a plate on the rear of the body (with engine number). Engine numbers were stamped in two places on the crankcase: 1. Top, right edge of the cylinder flange, near the water outlet. 2. Top surface of left, front mounting leg. Also on plate on rear of body (with serial number). (Blank spaces on the patent plate are for additional patent dates, not engine or serial number.) Engine No.: 8350-10000 with M, 20001-21850 with M, 21851-22150 with M
(1906-1907).
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1906 Cadillac Model M touring
The Model M was introduced January, 1906. The Model M was the same as the 1906 Model K except for body styles and two inch longer wheelbase.
MODEL M ENGINE
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Engine type
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Single cylinder with cast iron cylinder to the rear and copper water jacket |
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Bore & Stroke
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127mm x 127mm |
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Displacement
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1.609 Liters |
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Brake H.P.
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Advertised as 10 hp but probably higher |
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Engine description
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Two main bearings and mechanical valve lifters |
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Carburetor
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Updraft mixer, manufactured by Cadillac |
MODEL M CHASSIS
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1906 Cadillac Model M
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Brakes
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mechanical on two wheels contracting on inboard drums |
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Wheels
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23″ wood wheels with 12 spokes |
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Tires
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30 x 3.5 |
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Wheelbase
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1930mm |
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Overall length
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2921mm |
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Height
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1676mm |
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Front/Rear Tread
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1422mm |
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Weight
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approx. 500 kg |
MODEL M DRIVETRAIN
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Transmission type
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Planetary transmission |
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Speeds
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Two forward (3:1 and 1:1) and one reverse |
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Controls
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Low: foot pedal; reverse and high: lever to the right |
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Clutch
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Low and reverse: bands; High: disc clutch |
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Drive
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Chain |
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Differential
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Spur gear |
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Overall ratio
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3:1 to 5:1 |
MODEL M OPTIONS
