Holden Monaro HJ 5.0 GTS 5.0 V8 (308) Sedan
179 kW243 PS240 hp427 Nm1974–1976
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- Power
- 179 kW 243 PS · 240 hp
- Torque
- 427 Nm 315 lb-ft
- Length
- 4,839 mm
- Displacement
- 5,044 cm³
The Holden Monaro HJ 5.0 GTS V8 (308) uses a 5.0-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine rated at 179 kW (243 PS) and 427 Nm of torque, in sedan form. The Monaro HJ 5.0 GTS V8 (308) pairs rear-wheel drive with a four-speed manual gearbox.
In a Monaro HJ line-up of 2 versions, the Monaro HJ 5.0 GTS V8 (308) tops the power chart, 30% above the entry 4.1 GTS 4.2 V8 (253) (138 kW). On top of that, it is the strongest on torque (427 Nm).
Where the Monaro HJ 5.0 GTS V8 (308) stands out
- Most powerful version of the Monaro HJ: 179 kW (243 PS)
- Most torque in the range: 427 Nm
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,044 cm³ 5.0 l · 308 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 179 kW 243 PS · 240 hp |
| Torque | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,839 mm 190.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,875 mm 73.8 in |
| Height | 1,367 mm 53.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,819 mm 111.0 in |
Production
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Years | 1974–1976 |
| Generation | Monaro HJ (1974–1976) |
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