| Owner | Cara Fealy Choate |
|---|---|
| Location | Austin, Texas US map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | Renault Dauphine (Henney Kilowatt) |
| Motor | General Electric Series Wound DC large frame-size traction type 7.1 HP |
| Drivetrain | Original transmission |
| Controller | Six step control |
| Batteries | 12, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded heavy duty batteries in two banks |
| System Voltage | 72 Volts |
| Charger | original onboard 120 VAC 12 Amp (15) |
| Instrumentation | Voltmeter and ammeter |
| Top Speed | 45 MPH (72 KPH) (battery choice, tailwind, downhill) |
| Range | 40 Miles (64 Kilometers) if run constantly (spec) |
| Seating Capacity | 4-5 adults depending on size and length of legs |
| Curb Weight | 2,135 Pounds (970 Kilograms) (with 61 pound batteries?) |
| Tires | 5.50 x 15 |
| Additional Features | Fits in tight parking spaces. |
| This is a 1961 Henney, so logic says it was not one of the 30 originally sold to electric companies, but the previous owner said he bought it from the manager of a power company. It sat idle for about five years and yet started right up (with fresh batteries). What gas-powered engine would do that? | |
Renault Dauphine / Henney
“Dynamo”
Last Updated 12-15-2003
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