1968 Dodge Charger R/T 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
The S-series performance models included Coronet R/T and Charger R/T with 440 Magnum or 426 Hemi, plus new Dart GTS with 340 or 383 power.
Confidence
95%
XS29G8B113493
383 CID V8
Engine
2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
Body
Hamtramck, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Dodge Charger R/T
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | X | Charger |
| Series Code | S | Charger R/T |
| Body Style | 29 | 2-Dr. Sports Hardtop |
| Engine Code | G | 383 CID V8 (290 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | B | Hamtramck, MI |
| Serial Number | 113493 | Unit #113493 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCharger R/T
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower290 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantHamtramck, MI
Plant CodeB
Pattern SourceDodge
Original Specifications (Matched to: Charger)
Bodystyle lifespan1968 through 1970
Headroom front38.6
Headroom rear36.4
Height53.2
Legroom front39.3
Legroom rear39.1
Length208.0
Nameplate origin1966
Wheelbase117.0
Width76.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)