Typ 170 (W15)



1931 Typ 170 (W15) (1931-1936)

The 1931 170 was quite advanced – its independent rear suspension set it apart from the competition. The swing axle rear design was later adopted by many other makes. The car also had central chassis lubrication and four-wheel hydraulic brakes,

MB 170
1931 Mercedes Benz 170


EngineStraight 6, 1692cc
Power32 hp @ 3200 rpm
Transmission3 speed manual
SuspensionLeaf spring front, swing axle, coil rear
BrakesLockheed hydraulic drum
Top speedn/a
Accelerationn/a
Dimensionsn/a
Specification 1931 Mercedes-Benz 170

Successor was the Mercedes-Benz W136