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| Years | 1997–2000 |
|---|---|
| Body | Sedan |
| Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 |
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Model Name
FB Holden
Previous Model and Next Model
FC, Next model EK
Dates of Production
Introduced:14thJanuary 1960
Discontinued: May 1961
The FB Holden was in production for 16 months
Production Figures
147 747
Model Range
Standard Sedan: (FB/215)
Special Sedan: (FB/225)
Standard Wagon: (FB/219)
Special Wagon: (FB/229)
Panel Van: (FB/2104)
Utility: (FB/2106)
Prices at Introduction
Standard Sedan: £1 102 ($2 204)
Special Sedan: £1 165 ($2 330)
Standard Wagon: £1 169 ($2 392)
Special Wagon: £1 258 ($2 516)
Panel Van: £1 017 ($2 034)
Utility: £1 006 ($2 012)
Engines
Grey Engine
Engine Prefix: B1001 to B1775813
Capacity: 2260cc 138 cubic inches (2.262 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of cylinders: 6
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Fuel System: Bendix-Stromberg BXOV-1, double venturi downdraft type carburettor
Head Design: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Bore and Stroke: 3.063 x 3.125 inches (77.8 x 79.4mm)
Compression Ratio: 7.25:1
Power: 56kW (75bhp) @ 4200 RPM
Torque: 163Nm (120lb-ft) @ 1400 RPM
Transmission
3 Speed Manual
Column Shift
Synchromesh on 2nd and 3rd gear
1st: 2.985:1
2nd: 1.591:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.985:1
Rear Axle
GM-H Banjo
Ratio: 3.89:1
Clutch
Diaphragm type spring, Single-plate, dry disc, Hydraulically controlled
Body Construction
Monocoque unibody structure
Ignition and Electrical
12 volt battery. Coil and generator. Distributor automatic centrifugal and vacuum-type advance control. Octane selector
Exhaust
Single pipe, Welded steel tube with full bore, reverse flow type muffler
Suspension
Front: Short and long arm independent type assembled to front end frame as a single unit. GMH-Delco direct acting tubular telescopic shocks
Rear: Hotchkiss Drive with semi-elliptic springs, four leaves (or five for the Business Sedan and Station Sedans). Tension shackles with rubber bushings. GHM-Delco direct acting tubular telescopic shocks.
Steering
Recirculating ball type, ratio 14:1
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums
Rear: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums
Four wheel hydraulic handbrake operating mechanically on rear wheels
Wheels
Demountable disc wheels with drop centre type rim integral with wheel
Tyres
Tubeless low pressure balloon 6.40 x 13 four-ply
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 181.5 inches (4610mm)
Total width: 67.0 inches (1703mm)
Height at kerb weight: 60.0 inches (1521mm)
Wheelbase: 105.0 inches (2667mm)
Front Track: 54.5 inches (1384mm)
Rear Track: 54.5 inches (1384mm)
Kerb Weight:
Standard Sedan: 2473lb (1122kg)
Special Sedan: 2494lb (1131kg)
Standard Station Wagon: 2605lb (1182kg)
Special Station Wagon: 2627lb (1192kg)
Panel Van: 2559lb (1161kg)
Utility: 2479lb (1125kg)
Turning circle 11.1m
Fuel Tank Capacity:9.5 Gallons (43 litres)