The 1935 range of Panther machines comprises three types between 248 and 598 c.c. They are grouped as follows :
Redwings
Specials
Red Panthers
348 c.c. 71x88. B.H.P. 18 at 5.500 r.p.m. Compression ratio 7 1/2 to 1. Standard gear ratios 5.4, 7.5, 9.6, 16 to 1. Wheel base 54". Brakes 6" front, 7" rear. Petrol 100 m.p.g. Oil 2,000 m.p.g. Weight 275 lbs.
Price with equipment as illustrated £51 3 6
598 c.c. 87 x 100. Compression ratio 6.5. B.H.P. 26 at 5,000 r.p.m. Gear ratios 4.3, 5.8, 7.3, 11.5. Wheel base 54 1/2". Weight 353 lbs. Petrol 90 m.p.g. Oil 1,500 m.p.g.
Price with equipment as illustrated £66 0 0
490 c.c. 79 x 100. B.H.P. 25 at 5,000 r.p.m. Compression ratio 6.5. Gear ratios 4.6, 6.3, 7.8, 12.3. Remaining details as Model 100.
Price with equipment as illustrated £65 10 0
598 c.c. 87 x 100. B.H.P. 23 at 4,500 r.p.m. Compression ratio 6.5. Weight, petrol and oil consumption as Model 90. Gear ratios and remaining details as Model 90.
Price with equipment as illustrated £64 0 0
498 c.c. 84 x 90. B.H.P. 21 at 4,500 r.p.m. Compression ratio 5.75. Weight, consumption, gear ratios and remaining details as Model 60.
Price with equipment as illustrated £63 0 0
The famous Panther Redwing engine showing the silent Duplex dynamo drive.
WHEELS. 26x3.25x19. Large diameter bearings. Front hub has provision for internal speedometer drive.
IGNITION. – Lucas Maglita with direct drive inside timing case.
BRAKES. – Rear brake cable operated by pedal on left-hand side, conveniently placed and provided with ample adjustment.
MUDGUARDS. – Of large dimensions, giving full protection, rear mudguard deeply valanced and hinged to facilitate wheel removal.
FRAME. – Straight tubes throughout, giving exceptional strength. Duplex saddle tubes with unique battery mounting platform. Wheel base, 54"
STANDS. – Tubular front stand forming brace to mudguard, and central stand for rear wheel so placed as to ensure ease of operation.
TANK. – A pleasing shape, capacity 2} gallons, chromium finish with enamel rear panel. Large comfortable knee-grips and large size filler cap. Fitted with reserve petrol tap and patent water deflector.
FINISH. – As Heavyweight models. For special finish, see extras.
ELECTRIC LIGHTING.– (Extra). By Lucas 30-watt Maglita.
TOOLBAG. – V-shape metal case, substantially mounted on rear forks.
Sources: 1935 Panther Catalogue, 1935 Panther Instruction Booklet
