Hongqi CA770
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Hongqi |
Production | 1963–1981 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Luxury car |
Layout | FR layout |
Related | Chrysler Imperial |
Powertrain | |
Engine | Chrysler LA engine 340 cu.in. (5.6L) V8 |
Transmission | 2-4 speed automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 3,720 mm (146.5 in) |
Length | 5,980 mm (235.4 in) |
Width | 1,990 mm (78.3 in) |
Height | 1,620 mm (63.8 in) |
Curb weight | 2,730 kg (6,019 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Hongqi CA72 |
Successor | Hongqi HQE |
The Hongqi CA770 is a limousine produced by FAW Hongqi as the successor to the Hongqi CA72. First introduced in 1963, the CA770 model remained in production until 1981 albeit in limited numbers. Built on a platform based on the Chrysler Imperial, around 1,600 of these V8-engined Hongqis were built in total,[1] and over the years various versions were released including a 1965 long-wheelbase model with three rows of seats and a 1969 armored version (CA772). A pickup truck version was also produced, with three built. A funeral hearse version was planned, but never produced. The 770 series was powered by a 215 HP Chrysler 5.6 L V8 engine, although bodywork was penned by First Auto Works.[2]
Models
- CA770G: CA770 with 5.8 L Ford (351 ci) engine, Lincoln Town Car steering wheel and tachometer. 25 built from 1985-1988.
- CA770J: Convertible based on the full-length CA770 chassis. Mainly used in parades, the rear seats were raised so that the passengers could stand with the top down. Five built from 1965-1972. One example, the CA770JG, featured a large glass panel to protect the passengers.
- CA770TJ: Landaulet version. Two built in 1984 for the 35th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.
- CA770L: Combi version. Three built.
- CA770JH: Ambulance version. The basic shape was retained, but the trunk lid was raised (which also raised the rear window) to allow easier access for a stretcher. Three built.
- CA771: Short wheelbase version. It featured two rows of seats (instead of three) and was 650 mm (26 in) shorter. 127 (or 129) built from 1967-1971.
- CA772: Armored version. The engine was bored out to 8.0L and tuned to 300 hp. The body featured 8 mm thick armor to with stand light machine gun fire. The windows were 65 mm thick bulletproof glass. 15 built from 1969-1972; 12 remained in China, while the other three were exported (one to North Korea, another to Cambodia, and the third to Vietnam).
- CA773: Short wheelbase version. It was 400 mm (16 in) shorter than the CA770 and featured two rows of seats. Unlike the CA771, the CA773 featured a window between the rear door and the D-pillar. 297 built from 1969-1976.
References
- ↑ Piazzi, Giuseppe; Sidoli, Carlo (January 1985). "Sognando l'Auto" [Dreaming of the Car]. Quattroruote (in Italian). Milan, Italy: Editoriale Domus. 30 (351): 51.
- ↑ "Tycho's Illustrated History Of Chinese Cars: The Perfect Hongqi CA770 - The Truth About Cars". The Truth About Cars. 2012-12-20. Retrieved 2018-04-28.
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