Mercedes-Benz SSK

Mercedes-Benz SSK
Overview
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Production1928–1932
AssemblyBremen, Germany
DesignerFerdinand Porsche
Body and chassis
ClassSports car (S)
Body style2-door roadster
LayoutFMR layout
Powertrain
Enginesupercharged M06 7,069 cc (7.1 L) SOHC I6
Transmission4-speed non-synchro manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase116 in (2,950 mm)
Length167 in (4,240 mm)
Width67 in (1,700 mm)
Height68 in (1,730 mm)
Curb weight3,750 lb (1,700 kg)
Mercedes-Benz SSK salon
Streamlined Count Trossi-bodied Mercedes-Benz SSK

The Mercedes-Benz SSK (W06) is a roadster built by German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz between 1928 and 1932. The name is an abbreviation of Super Sport Kurz, German for "Super Sport Short", as it was a short wheelbase development of the Mercedes-Benz Modell S. The SSK's extreme performance and numerous competitive successes made it one of the most highly regarded sports cars of its era.[1][2]

  1. ^ Donovan, Sandra (2007). Sports Cars. Lerner Publications. p. 13. ISBN 978-0-8225-5928-3.
  2. ^ Lozier, Herbert (1967). The Car of Kings: The Mercedes "K" and "S". Chilton Book Co. ISBN 978-0-8019-5209-8.