Hamilton (automobile company)
| Industry | Automobile manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Alter Motor Car Company |
| Founded | 1917 in city, country --> |
| Founder | Guy Hamilton |
| Defunct | 1921 |
| Products | Model A-14 |
The Hamilton Motors Company was founded in 1917 by Guy Hamilton, after his Grand Haven, Michigan Alter Motor Car Company went bankrupt. The company produced only one car, the Model A-14, which was a four-cylinder, 28 hp touring car with a 112-inch (2,800 mm) wheelbase. He promised to make a six-cylinder car, but never did.
In 1918, the H. A. Oswald Engineering Company tried to resurrect the Hamilton as the Oswald, but it failed. However, Hamilton's Alter truck was produced until 1921.
Production figures Hamilton Motors Company trucks
The pre-assigned serial numbers only indicate the maximum possible production quantity.
| Year | Production figures | Model | Load capacity | Serial number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 59 | A „Panhard“ | 1 t | 100 to 158 |
| 1918 | 302 | A „Panhard“ | 1 t | 159 to 460 |
| 162 | B „Panhard“ | 1.5 t | 1050 to 1210 | |
| 1919 | 513 | A „Panhard“ | 1 t | 461 to 973 |
| 582 | B „Panhard“ | 1.5 t | 1211 to 1792 | |
| 24 | E „Panhard“ | 2.5 t | 250 to 273 | |
| 1920 [1] | 410 | C „Apex“ | 1 t | 5039 to 5448 |
| 427 | D „Apex“ | 1.5 t | 15041 to 15467 | |
| 408 | E „Apex“ | 2.5 t | 40017 to 40424 | |
| 1921 | ||||
| Sum [2] | ~ 2.887 |
References
- ^ "Hamilton Apex". Power wagon reference book 1919- ; a handbook of practical information for makers, sellers and owners of motor-driven vehicles for commercial and agricultural purposes ... c.1 1920. 1920-01-01. Retrieved 2025-12-07.
- ^ "Hamilton". Branham automobile reference book, showing in illustrated form the location of motor and serial numbers on all passenger cars and trucks 1923. 1923-01-01. Retrieved 2025-12-07.
- Kimes, Beverly (1996). standard catalog of American Cars 1805-1942. Krause publications. ISBN 0-87341-428-4.