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U.S. ARMY CHEVY SPECIFICATIONS

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EXTERIOR

  • Wheelbase: 110.0 in.
  • Length: 206 in.
  • Width: 76.0 in.
  • Height: 53.0 in.
  • Weight: 3,400 lbs.

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CHASSIS

  • Design: Rear-wheel drive
  • Type: Tube frame
  • Suspension-front: Independent, twin control arm
  • Suspension-rear: Full-floating axle
  • Steering: Re-circulating ball
  • Brakes: 4-wheel disc
  • Wheels: 9.5 in. x 15 in.
  • Tires: 28 in. x 12 in. x 15 in.

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ENGINE

  • Type: V8
  • Displacement: 358 cu. in.
  • Compression ratio: 12:1
  • Induction system: 830 cfm 4-barrel
  • Horsepower: 800 hp @ 8,000 rpm
  • Torque: 550 ft. lbs. @ 6,500 rpm

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TRANSMISSION

  • Type: 4-speed manual

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CAPACITIES

  • Fuel system: 17 gallons
  • Oil system: 20 qt.
  • Cooling system: 14 qt.

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