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Land Rover diesels

4th February 1984
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THE LONG-AWAITED new 2.5litre diesel engine has been launched by Land Rover for its One Ten models and for Freight Rover's Sherpa 350 range.

Based on the Land Rover five bearing 2.25 litre diesel engine launched in 1981, the new engine retains the old bore of 90.47mm(3.56in) but with an increased stroke of 97mm(3.8in), giving an engine capacity of 2,494cc, with a higher power rating of 50kW(67bhp) and increased torque of 154Nm(114 lb ft).

More accurate fuel metering has been achieved by fitting a new DPS injector pump and injectors. The pump features a self-priming system eliminating the need for hand priming in the event of fuel run-out.

Other improvements include the fitting of Champion 12V sheathed element glow plugs for improved cold starting, and modified cylinder block, crankshaft and cylinder head, to accommodate piston oil cooling, an increased stroke and lower 21:1 compression ratio. Engine weight has also been reduced by the use of aluminium in the water pump and front cover casting.

Land Rover has continued to dominate the UK four wheel drive light vehicle sector (not including Range Rover) but suffered a marginal drop in its market share for 59 per cent in 1982 to 57 per cent at the end of last year. 1983 sales for Land Rovers were 6,768 units compared to 6,004 for 1982, with its nearest rival being Subaru who sold 1,737 vehicles last year increasing its market share to 14.6 per cent.

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