This 3.9 3MT Synchro-mesh (123 hp) engine was fitted in the 5 generation SUV, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1955 to 1959. In addition to this engine, 30 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
64.35litre
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Displacement
3859cm3
Engine power
123bhp
RPM at max power
to 3 800RPM
Maximum torque
281Nm
RPM at max torque
2000RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
Inline
Injection type
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
90.5mm
Stroke
100.3mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
3
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Turning circle
12.5m
Body
Seats
8
Length
5026mm
Width
1786mm
Height
1956mm
Wheelbase
2896mm
Front track
1538mm
Rear track
1550mm
Kerb weight
1708kg
Displacement
544kg
Body type
SUV
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Spring
Rear suspension
Dependent, Axle, Spring
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
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