Chevrolet C/K III 454 V8 Pickup
172 kW234 PS231 hp488 Nm1973–1986
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- Power
- 172 kW 234 PS · 231 hp
- Torque
- 488 Nm 360 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 7,440 cm³
Built 1973–1986, the Chevrolet C/K III 7.4 454 V8 pickup develops 172 kW (234 PS) and 488 Nm of torque from a 7.4-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine.
It is the most powerful of the 5 petrol versions in the C/K III range, with 121% more output than the entry 4.1 250 I6 (78 kW). On top of that, it is the strongest on torque (488 Nm).
Where the C/K III 7.4 454 V8 stands out
- Most powerful petrol version of the C/K III: 172 kW (234 PS)
- Most torque in the range: 488 Nm
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,440 cm³ 7.4 l · 454 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 172 kW 234 PS · 231 hp |
| Torque | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
Production
| Body type | Pickup |
|---|---|
| Years | 1973–1986 |
| Generation | C/K III (1973–1991) |
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