1992 Chevy Dually Specs
by Anne DavisIn 1992, Chevrolet C3500/K3500 trucks were available with a "dually" option -- that is, they had four wheels in the rear instead of the traditional two. This wheel option did not change any of the trucks' mechanical specifications. Placing two tires on both ends of a single axle, however, almost doubles the weight-carrying capacity of that axle. Also, this configuration allows three properly-inflated tires to carry the full weight load temporarily if one of the four rear tires loses pressure or is flat.
Engine
In 1992, all C/K 3500 truck models featured a 5.7-liter V8 engine. This engine had a bore of 4.00 inches, a stroke of 3.48 inches and a compression ratio of 8.6:1. It produced 190 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 300 ft-lbs. of torque at 2,400 rpm. A five-speed manual transmission was standard, but all could be outfitted with a four-speed automatic transmission.
They were available with optional 6.2-liter V8 diesel or 7.4-liter V8 engines.
Brakes and Suspension
These trucks were outfitted with independent suspension in the front with an anti-roll bar and a live-axle rear suspension. They featured disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear with an antilock brake system. In the front and rear they had 245/75PR16.0G tires. These tires were were rated to travel safely up to 93 mph.
Other Specifications
These vehicles had a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,000 to 10,000 lbs. In the front and rear these trucks had 245/75PR16.0G tires. These tires were were rated to travel safely up to 93 mph.
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Writer Bio
Anne Davis writes pieces on domestic and international travel, automotive maintenance, education and health. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English and history, and is pursuing graduate study in a related field.
