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ML430 maximum torque
In first gear low range the ML430 produces 8,562 lb / ft
of torque @ 3000 rpm
Each wheel receives 2,140 lbs/ft of torque
However, during take off the ML430 is able to produce 11,687 lbs/ft of
torque.
Per wheel that's a whopping 2,922 lbs/ft
The MLs outstanding crawl ratio* of 64:1 in combination with the automatic's torque converter
are responsible for this impressive result.
The torque multiplying action of the torque converter makes
an automatic an excellent choice for maximum off-road power and an outstanding
choice for anyone who has to tow heavy loads.
|
Mercedes-Benz ML320
255/65R16 |
Mercedes-Benz ML430
275/55R17 |
max engine torque |
232 @3000
rpm |
295 @ 3000
rpm |
crawl ratio
* |
38 :1 / 71:1 ** |
33:1 / 64:1 ** |
torque @3000rpm low range |
7,862 |
8,562 |
torque per wheel @3000 rpm |
1,965 |
2,140 |
est. torque @ 1200 rpm low range |
10,181 |
11,687 |
est. torque per wheel @1200 rpm |
2,545 |
2,922 |
Sometime soon I will make the program available that created
these numbers.
* See what crawl ratio means.
** Second ratio before torque
converter lock-up
A dyno test measures the actual torque available
at the wheels, which might differ from the manufacturer's published data. |