BMW R35

History of the BMW R35

Having established the motorcycle as a motorcycle for the Wehrmacht before World War II (1939-1945), BMW continued to improve the design starting with the R4. This itself is based on the civilian model. The 1932 R4 was followed by the 1935 R12, and this work produced the R35 model.

The R35 retains the middle class category and is used in the training role as the successor to the R4 model - a transition from 1937.

The R35 is physically different from previous models in that it has a telescopic fork. It retains the manual-shifting character of its 4-speed gearbox. For sturdiness, a stamped steel frame is used.

Large fenders sit above the wheel to protect the rider from debris and mud splashing in his face - however, this is still a BMW problem where the fenders collect too much mud and restrict the front effectiveness of the wheel.

Power comes from a 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, 340cc, 14hp engine. The vehicle thus reaches a speed of 100 km/h and has a range of up to 250 km.

Like other German military motorcycles of the war, the R35 was used in combat roles due to its inherent speed and agility when maneuvering off-road or through traffic. There are no sidecars attached to this model.

Specification

Basics

Year of Service

1937

Origins

Nazi Germany

Crew

1

Production

20,000

Manufacturer

BMW - Nazi Germany

Operator

Nazi Germany

Role

Scout

Can perform reconnaissance/reconnaissance missions to assess threat levels, enemy strength, etc. - usually due to lightweight construction.

Utilities

Generally user-centered design to perform various battlefield missions, usually in an indirect combat fashion.

Dimensions and Weight

Length

6.9ft

2.1m

width

3. 0 feet

0.9m

Height

3. 1 feet

0.95m

Weight

331 lbs

150 kg

Power and Performance

Engine:

1 x 1 cylinder, 4 stroke, 340cc, 14 hp at 4,500 rpm.

Speed

62. 1 km/h

(100.0km/h)

Area

155. 3 miles

(250.0 km)

Armor

None.

AMMOTION

Not applicable.

VARIANTS

R35 - Base Model Name