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Volvo B36 engine

Volvo B36
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo
Also called
  • B8B
  • C8B
Production1956 - 1966
Layout
ConfigurationV8
Displacement3,559 cc (217.2 cu in)
Cylinder bore84.14 mm (3.31 in)
Piston stroke80 mm (3.15 in)
Cylinder block materialCast iron
Cylinder head materialCast iron
ValvetrainOHV
Compression ratio7.6:1
RPM range
Idle speed400-500 rpm
Combustion
Fuel systemSingle 2-bbl Carter carburettor
Fuel typePetrol
Oil systemWet sump
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power output120 hp (89.5 kW) at 4000 rpm
Torque output192 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) at 2200 rpm
Dimensions
Dry weight235 kg (518.1 lb)

The Volvo B36 is a petrol V8 automobile engine designed and built by Volvo. It first appeared in a concept car in 1952, and was later used in Volvo's truck line from 1956 to 1966.