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TYPE 22
FORMULA JUNIOR
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.TYPE 22
1962 
Formula Junior

          Engine: Cosworth Ford 105E---------------------------------------
Gearbox: Renault 4-speed------------------------------------
Chassis: Multi-tubular Space Frame---------------------
Front Suspension: Double Wishbones-----------------
 and-Coil Spring / Damper Units.-----------------------------
Rear Suspension: reversed lower wishbones,------
un-splined half-shafts providing traverse location,
  twin radius rods, and Coil Spring / Damper Units.---
Wheelbase: 7 ft. 6 in.-------------------------------------------
Front Track: 4 ft. 3.5 in.---------------------------------------
Rear Track: 4 ft. 2 in.-------------------------------------------
Length: 11 ft. 7 in.----------------------------------------------
Weight: 880 lbs.------------------------------------------------



That the Type 22 dominated the Formula 2 class is an ---
understatement.-----------------------------------------------------------
At only 880 lbs. and  powered  with a 1098cc Cosworth-
  Ford engine with 100 hp-and slanted at a 30° angle,--------
     the Lotus 22 was a winner right from the start.------------------
It was equipped with Girling Disc Brakes.---------------------
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