Bentley R Type

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Bentley R Type differential fluid capacity is 1 liter. Service intervals occur every 16000 km. The data covers 1 configuration.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • Type R, 4½-litre (1952-1955)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
  • Change 16000 km

Additional Notes

  • The Bentley R Type rear differential holds 1 liter of fluid, which is consistent with a service fill capacity for a compact, conventional rear axle unit of the era.
  • Under normal use conditions, the rear differential fluid change interval is set at 16,000 km, applying to the 4½-litre Type R configuration across the 1952-1955 production span.
  • The 1-liter capacity figure represents the amount of fluid required during a routine service fill, not a full overhaul quantity, which would typically account for additional volume in the axle housing and associated components.

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