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Tatra T603 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1956–1968) — First Generation

The Tatra T603 First Generation is a distinctive rear-engined luxury sedan from Czechoslovakia, known for its aerodynamic styling and air-cooled V8 power.

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Tatra T603 Engines and Transmissions

The Tatra T603 engine is an air-cooled V8 mounted behind the rear axle, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. Early examples used a 2.5-liter unit, while later versions offered a larger 2.6-liter engine with improved torque for relaxed cruising.

Sedan — Tatra T603 Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Tatra T603 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.5 MTGasoline2472 cm³104 hp78 kW166 N⋅mManualRWD
2.6 MTGasoline2545 cm³99 hp74 kW152 N⋅mManualRWD

Tatra T603 Dimensions

Sedan — Tatra T603 Dimensions

Sedan Tatra T603 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2.5 MT5065 mm1910 mm1529 mm2748 mm1400 kg
2.6 MT5065 mm1910 mm1529 mm2748 mm1400 kg