BMW HH

BMW HH
Category	Formula 2
Constructor	BMW
Designer(s)	Herman Holbein
Production	1947-1950
Successor	BMW 269
Technical specifications
Engine	BMW M328, 1,971 cm3 (120.3 cu in), L6, NA
Torque	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft)
Transmission	4-speed manual
Power	130 hp (97 kW)
Weight	510 kg (1,120 lb)
Competition history
Notable drivers	Fritz Riess ; Günther Bechem
Debut	1947

Last updated October 01, 2025

The BMW HH is an open-wheel Formula 2 racing car produced between 1947 and 1950 by German automobile manufacturer BMW.^[1]^[2]^[3]

History

In 1947, following the creation of the Formula 2 racing category by the FIA, different BMW HH47, HH48, and HH49 versions of single-seaters were designed by Herman Holbein (former head of BMW's chassis development department).

They are equipped with the 2.0-liter 6-cylinder engine of 130 hp (97 kW), for a 200 km/h (120 mph) top speed, from the BMW 328 and piloted among others by German drivers Fritz Riess and Günther Bechem.

Front
Cockpit and interior
Rear

References

↑ "Phoenix from the flames, part 4: West German BMW specials". 8w.forix.com. 18 April 2002. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
↑ "HH 47 - BMW Profile". racingyears.com. Retrieved 2024-09-19.
↑ Bjoern Schmidt (3 April 2001). "Retro Classica Story". barchetta.cc. Retrieved 2024-09-19.

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[1] "Phoenix from the flames, part 4: West German BMW specials". 8w.forix.com. 18 April 2002. Retrieved 2024-09-19.

[2] "HH 47 - BMW Profile". racingyears.com. Retrieved 2024-09-19.

[3] Bjoern Schmidt (3 April 2001). "Retro Classica Story". barchetta.cc. Retrieved 2024-09-19.

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