Item: Rare Vintage 1949 BENDIX Table Top Radio MODEL 55P3- Superheterodyne

Unit being sold untested , as is pictured for parts or repairs, please ask all questions/ address any concerns prior to purchase, no returns!

Seller notes - case in amazing shape with no cracks or chips , great candidate for full restoration.

Shipping to USA excludes shipping to Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska.

Thanks for looking!

1949 Bendix Aviation Corporation model 55P3 radio in a beautiful Bakelite swirled case. It has a striking maroon dial and a rust colored perforated grille with the Bendix logo on the front. The case has no cracks, chips or hairline cracks. This radio shows influences of a Raymond Loewy design with its smooth flowing lines and classic design. The chassis loads from the bottom, and the complete label is still present. About 11-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 7"D.

Specs :

55P3(U)

Bendix Radio Division; Baltimore, MD

Country

United States of America (USA)

Manufacturer / Brand

Bendix Radio Division; Baltimore, MD

Year

1949

Category

Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner

Number of Tubes

5

Valves / Tubes

Main principle

Superheterodyne (common); ZF/IF 455 kHz; 2 AF stage(s)

Tuned circuits

6 AM circuit(s)

Wave bands

Broadcast only (MW).

Power type and voltage

AC/DC-set / 105 - 120 Volt

Loudspeaker

Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 4 inch = 10.2 cm

Power out

1.8 W (unknown quality)

Model: 55P3 - Bendix Radio Division;

Shape

Tablemodel without push buttons, Mantel/Midget/Compact up to 14

Dimensions (WHD)

304 x 185 x 197 mm / 12 x 7.3 x 7.8 inch

Notes

Color=Brown

Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)

2.9 kg / 6 lb 6.2 oz (6.388 lb)