1959 ARIEL 997cc MODEL 4G MKII SQUARE FOUR

Ariel

1959

£336.16.6.

997cc

About the 1959 ARIEL 997cc MODEL 4G MKII SQUARE FOUR

This machine represents the Square Four at the peak of its development, in 'four-pipe' Mk II form. In common with other 1959 four stroke Ariels, it featured the rather attractive headlamp cowl, deep claret paintwork, and light tan dual seat; unlike the singles and twins, however, the Square Four never did change from plunger springing to pivoted fork, although two prototype pivoted-fork models were constructed but not put into production. Sadly this was the final year, not only for the Square Four, but for the Red Hunter, Fieldmaster, and Huntmaster, too.

SPECIFICATION

65 x 75mm = 997cc four cylinder ohv engine developing 40bhp at 5,600rpm. Light alloy cylinder block and head, 7.2 to 1 compression ratio. Plain big-end bearings, plain and roller main bearings, dry sump lubrication. Burman 4 speed gearbox, telescopic front forks, part-cradle frame. Tyres 3.25 x 19in. front, 4 x 18in. rear. 5 gall. fuel tank. Wheelbase 56in. Dry weight 425lbs. Price new £336.16.6.

MANUFACTURER

Ariel Motors Ltd., Grange Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham 29.