The Renault 40CV is a

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produced by the French vehicle manufacturer

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from 1911 to 1928. It was sold in many variations which were known by two letter names such as the CG, ES and JP. Originally launched with a 6-cylinder 7.5-litre engine (), this was replaced by a larger 9.1-litre engine when the "Type HF" version of the 40CV replaced the "Type HD" version in August 1920. In 1922 the 40CV was fitted with a hydraulic servo-brake system. The 40 CV was replaced by the Renault Reinastella in 1928. A 40CV won the

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in 1925, and a modified single-seater NM became well known in 1926 for being able to cover at a speed of and broke the 24-hour record by covering at an average speed of . Between 1920 and 1928 the Renault 40CV served as official transport for

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and

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, replacing a role previously filled by the Panhard 20CV.

References

{{Renault timeline 1921-1960 40CV Cars introduced in 1911