The 1961 Triumph Herald has 23 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 8 part types and 11 brands, covering both the 1.1L L4 and the 948cc L4. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1961 Triumph Herald, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. 16 parts of the 23 listed are Ignition Coil (8 parts), Spark Plug (4 parts) and Spark Plug Wire (4 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 7 parts.
The 1961 Triumph Herald was sold with both the 1.1L L4 and the 948cc L4. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1961 Triumph Herald ignition parts are STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (9 parts), UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts) and WELLS (2 parts), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Premium.
2 parts on this 1961 Triumph Herald page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and NGK 48863 (Ignition Coil). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | LU206T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | LU206 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies both parts for the 1961 Triumph Herald.
In the Economy grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — built to original-equipment specification. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206 is listed in this group.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | LU401 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU401.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | LU300 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU300.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | LU1617P | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 948cc L4 | 4P1083 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
2 Ignition Breaker Points parts are listed for the 1961 Triumph Herald, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P and WELLS 4P1083.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 948cc L4 | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 948cc L4 | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 948cc L4 | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| SKP Fits: 948cc L4 | SKUC15T | 🇺🇸 US | Coil Pack | View on Amazon |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM Fits: 948cc L4 | C622 | 🇺🇸 US | Pack | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 948cc L4 | 48863 | 🇺🇸 US | Connections May be Eyelet or Spade | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | C15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.
8 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 1961 Triumph Herald, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 4 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 5 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. NGK 48863 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T, FVP UC15F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0058, among others listed above.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 948cc L4 | 1A4153 | 🇺🇸 US | Lucas Distributor # DM2P4, Late DM2 Distributor12 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 1A4153.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTOLITE Fits: 948cc L4 | 404 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper ResistorPre-Set Gap: 0.034" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 948cc L4 | 120 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.026" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 948cc L4 | 123 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 948cc L4 | SP466 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
4 Spark Plug parts for the 1961 Triumph Herald come from 3 brands — CHAMPION, AUTOLITE and MOTORCRAFT.
This group includes AUTOLITE 404, CHAMPION 120 and CHAMPION 123 and the remaining parts above.
Spark Plug Wire
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | 3400 | 🇺🇸 US | SetCore Material: Suppression Core | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | 23400 | 🇺🇸 US | Pro SeriesSet | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | 641 | 🇺🇸 US | Permashield-DelcoreSet | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 948cc L4 | 640 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
4 Spark Plug Wire parts are listed for the 1961 Triumph Herald, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Premium section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 3400 is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 23400 is listed in this group.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 3400, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 23400 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 641 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1961 Triumph Herald
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Match the engine first. Every ignition part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Ignition Coil and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1961 Triumph Herald?
Our catalog currently lists 23 ignition parts for the 1961 Triumph Herald across 8 subcategories and 11 brands, covering both the 1.1L L4 and the 948cc L4. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 1961 Triumph Herald engines?
Yes. Every ignition part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1961 Triumph Herald?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What spark-plug gap is listed for the 1961 Triumph Herald?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.026" and 0.034". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1961 Triumph Herald was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1961 Triumph Herald?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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