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Mercedes-Benz SL 280 {R 129}

Bodywork

type 2+2 DHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 89.90 mm × 73.50 mm 3.54 in × 2.89 in
Cylinders V-6
Displace 2.8 litre 2799 cc (170.805 cu in)
Engine type SOHC
Valves 3 valves per cylinder | 18 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 10.10:1
Fuel system Bo HFM fuel inj.
Maximum power
0-50 mph
0-60 mph
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h 9.70 s
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 232 km/h (144 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 112.71 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep 1212.2 kPa (175.8 psi)
Specific torque 96.46 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.22
Unitary capacity 466.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter Y

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2515 mm
wheelbase 99 in
Length (milimeters) 4499 mm
Length (inches) 177.1 in
Width (milimeters) 1809 mm
Width (inches) 71.2 in
Height (milimeters) 1290 mm
Height (inches) 50.8 in
L:W ratio 1.79
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1810 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 3990 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres) 80 litres
Fuel capacity (UK Ga) 17.6 UK Ga
Fuel capacity (US Gal) 21.1 US Gal

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient 0.320
Frontal area 2.00 m2
Cx 0.64

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering recirculating ball PAS
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle 11.30 m
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R VeDi/VeDi-S-ABS
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 5M
Top gear ratio 0.80
Final drive ratio 3.89

General information

RAC rating 30.1
Number made
Model code
Model family R 129
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 280 {R 129} PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1998

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