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.
XS29J8B348776
426 Hemi 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 | J | 426 Hemi V8 (425 HP) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | B | Hamtramck, MI |
| Serial Number | 348776 | Unit #348776 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCharger R/T
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Sports Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine426 Hemi V8
Cylinders8
Displacement426 CID
Horsepower425 HP
Compression Ratio10.25:1
Carburetor2-4 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)