Mercedes Benz 280SL (107 E28) Technical Specifications

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Mercedes 280SL R107
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  • Years of Manufacture: 1974 - 1985
  • Number Built: 25,436
  • Price at Introduction:
    • 280SL R107 Roadster: DM 32,445
  • Date of Introduction: May, 1974
  • Chassis/Body:
    • Unit frame and body
  • Exterior Dimensions 450SL:
    • Total Length: 4390mm
    • Total Width: 1790mm
    • Height at Kerb Weight: 1300mm
    • Wheelbase: 2460mm
    • Front Track: 1452mm
    • Rear Track: 1440mm
  • Kerb Weight:
    • Roadster: 1500kg
  • Fuel Tank: 90 liters
  • Turning Circle:
    • 10.34 metres
  • Transmission (Manual, 4 Speed):
    • 1st: 3.98:1
    • 2nd: 2.39:1
    • 3rd: 1.46:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Transmission (Manual, 5 Speed):
    • 1st: 3.96:1
    • 2nd: 2.34:1
    • 3rd: 1.43:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
    • 5th: 0.88:1
  • Transmission (Manual, 4 Speed, from 1976):
    • 1st: 3.90:1
    • 2nd: 2.30:1
    • 3rd: 1.41:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Transmission (Manual, 4 Speed, from 1979):
    • 1st: 3.98:1
    • 2nd: 2.29:1
    • 3rd: 1.45:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Clutch:
    • Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
  • Rear Axle Ratio:
    • Manual 4 Speed and Auto: 3.69:1
    • Manual 5 Speed: 3.92
  • Engine Speed at 100 km/h:
    • 3140 rpm
  • 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h):
    • Manual: 9.5 seconds (approx)
    • Automatic: 10.01 seconds (approx)
  • Maximum Speed:
    • Manual: 127 mph (205 km/h)
    • Automatic: 124 mph (200 km/h)
  • Engine 6 Cylinder M 110:
    • Capacity: 2746cc 168ci
    • Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders in-line configuration
    • Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
    • Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, overhead camshaft
    • Fuel System: Bosch electronic (from 1979 mechanical with air flow sensor)
    • Bore and Stroke: 86mm x 78.8mm (3.41 x 3.10 inch)
    • Power: 185 hp (DIN) @ 6000rpm
    • Torque: 24.3 mkg @ 4500rpm (175.8 ft/lb)
    • Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
  • Ignition and Electrical:
    • 12 volt
    • Coil and alternator
  • Exhaust:
    • Single tail-pipe
  • Suspension:
    • Independent front and rear, double wishbones, diagnol-pivot swing axle
  • Steering:
    • Recirculating ball, servo assisted, ratio: 15.6:1 (3.0 turns)
  • Brakes:
    • Front: Vented Disc, 278mm (10.9 inch)
    • Rear: Solid Disc, 279mm (11.0 inch)
  • Wheels:
    • 14" Pressed steel disc wheels or optional alloy
  • Tyres:
    • 185 HR 14
  • Also see:
280SL 107 Production Schedule
Vehicle
Year
Cars Manufactured
280SL Roadster (R107)
1974
297
1975
1,020
1976
1,099
1977
1,347
1978
1,536
1979
2,155
1980
2,429
1981
2,628
1982
3,165
1983
3,393
1984
3,529
1985
2,838
Total:
25,436
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