Daimler Double-Six

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Daimler Double-Six may refer to either of two different series of Daimler V12 engines or to a car produced by Jaguar Cars under the Daimler nameplate.

Engines made 1926 to 1938

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::Daimler Double-Six Engine

  • 7.1-litre sleeve-valve (1926–1930)
  • 3.7-litre sleeve-valve (1927–193?)
  • 5.3-litre sleeve-valve (1930–1936)
  • 6.5-litre sleeve-valve (1930–1936)
  • 6.5-litre poppet valve (1937)

Engines made 1972 to 1997

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::Daimler Double-Six Engine

  • 5.3-litre (1972–1981)
  • 5.3-litre HE (1981–1992)
  • 6.0-litre HE (1993–1997)

Cars

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:Daimler Double-Six (1972–1992) :Daimler Double-Six XJ81 (1993–1994) :Daimler Double-Six X305 (1994–1997)

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