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Mitsubishi Triton Base (1996) price & specs
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$41,190†
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Overview
The 1996 Mitsubishi Triton Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Utility that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. with prices starting at $41,190 before on-road costs.
This Mitsubishi Triton is powered by a 3L 6-cylinder engine that has 109 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 234 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 75L fuel tank
It has a 24 month, 50,000 km warranty.
The 1996 Mitsubishi Triton Base has a 215mm ground clearance with a 1500kg braked and 600kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
38.51 - 76.76 kW/t
33.53 kW/t
80.14 kW/t
Price
$18,620 - $44,430
$18,620
$46,975
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
50,000 km
40,000 km
50,000 km
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,285 - 2,720 kg
2,285 kg
3,500 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,000 - 1,500 kg
1,000 kg
4,000 kg
Approach Angle
36.2 - 36.4°
36.2°
50°
Departure Angle
17°
17°
35°
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 - 215 mm
150 mm
235 mm
Payload Capacity
915 - 1,375 kg
840 kg
1,578 kg
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Dimensions
4,920 mm
1,655 mm
1,755 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,920 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,655 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,960 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,080 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Engine Block Composition: Cast Iron
Bore Engine: 91.1
Engine (cc): 2972
Compression Ratio: 8.9
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Head Composition: Cast Iron
Engine (L): 3
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 76
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 13
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 18
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 13
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 148
Maximum Power (kW): 109
Maximum Torque (Nm): 234
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Hub Engagement: Manual Hubs
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selectable While Driving: yes
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Transmission
1st Gear Ratio: 3.918
2nd Gear Ratio: 2.261
3rd Gear Ratio: 1.395
4th Gear Ratio: 1
5th Gear Ratio: 0.829
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Low High Ratio: 1.925
Number of Speeds: 5
Reverse Gear Ratio: 3.925
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Torsion
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Location: Transfer Case
Tray/Tub
Type: Straight Side
Cargo Area Dimensions
Height (in): 16.9
Height (mm): 1500
Length (in): 73.1
Length (mm): 1858
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 40.2
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1020
Width (in): 59.1
Width (mm): 1500
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Front Track (in): 54.9
Front Track (mm): 1395
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 215
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Maximum Body Length (in): 1.4
Maximum Body Length (mm): 36
Overall Height (in): 69.1
Overall Height (mm): 1755
Overall Length (in): 193.7
Overall Length (mm): 4920
Overall Width (in): 65.2
Overall Width (mm): 1655
Rear Track (in): 55.7
Rear Track (mm): 1415
Wheelbase (in): 116.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2960
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 36.2
Departure Angle: 17
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Front Bumper Material: Plastic
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1050
Front Axle Weight (lb): 2315
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2720
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5997
Payload Allowance (kg): 1080
Payload Allowance (lb): 2381
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1640
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3616
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1785
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3935
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Number of Door Switches: 2
Passenger Assist Handles
Number of Handles: 3
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Frame
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Frame
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Partial
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Partial
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
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