Nissan Patrol Hardtop (K160) 2.8 (K160) (121 hp)

Gasoline engine with 121 hp (89 kW), built 1980–1988, off-road body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power121 hp (89 kW)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.8 (K160) (121 hp)
Engine codeL28
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Fuel systemCarburetor

Performance

Power121 hp (89 kW)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleOff-road vehicle

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears4
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionRigid axle
Rear suspensionRigid axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs
WheelsR15

What to check on a Nissan Patrol with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Nissan Patrol Hardtop (K160) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.8 (K160) (120 hp)Gasoline120 hp (88 kW)
3.2 D (K160) (95 hp)Gasoline95 hp (70 kW)
3.2 TD (K160) (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)

← All Nissan Patrol Hardtop (K160) engines

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