Nissan Hardbody engines
The Nissan Hardbody is a Japanese pickup truck manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Collected from 1988 to 2000. The car was the successor to the Datsun 720, marketed in Japan under the name Nissan Datsun Truck. The model was sold in the North American market, Australia and Latin America and Asia. The car was also manufactured in China, Mexico, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. The literal translation of the model name means “solid”.
The Nissan Hardbody is listed offered with 1 engine (1 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.4 to 2.4 liters, power output from 140 to 155 hp. All of them use a timing chain.
Nissan Hardbody engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Nissan Hardbody engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Nissan KA24DE | 1988–2004 | 2.4 L R4 | 140–155 hp | petrol | chain | 4.1 L | ~350,000 km |
Nissan Hardbody engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan Hardbody?
The Nissan Hardbody was fitted with the Nissan KA24DE.
How much oil does the Nissan Hardbody engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan KA24DE — 4.1 L (5W-30 / 5W-40 / 10W-30 / 10W-40).
Does the Nissan Hardbody have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan KA24DE.
Was the Nissan Hardbody available with a diesel engine?
No, all Nissan Hardbody engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
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