KV 1973
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In anticipation of the demise of the Solyto delivery van, New Map designed and built yet another miniature vehicle that was technically interesting but aesthetically less so, obviously a product of an engineer. KV built its own motors (unusual in itself), which drove the rear wheels by means of rubber rollers pressing on the tires. Transmission was automatic, and the company was one of the only ones in France to use steel bodies for this class of vehicle.
This is an example of an early KV (as opposed to a KVS),
featuring small indicator lights and a full convertible top.

Manufacturer: Societe Anonyme de KV, Chassieu, France
Model: Mini 1
Years Built: 1970- 1984
No. Produced: 2,000
No. Surviving:
Length: 2,100 mm
Width: 1,120 mm
Weight: 180kg
Interior: Bench
Motor: KV 2-stroke
No. Cylinders: 1
Displacement: 125cc
Horsepower:
Gearbox: Variable Speed Transmission
Starter: Dynastart
Electrics: 12 v
Ignition: Coil
Body: Steel
Chassis: Steel Frame
Suspension Front: Coil
Suspension Rear: Coil
Steering: Rack & Pinion
Brakes: Cable
4 Wheels: 4.00 x 8"
Top Speed: 55 kph