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Subaru Brumby 1980
The Subaru Brumby is also known as the Subaru 284, the Subaru Brumby, the Subaru Shifter, the Subaru MV and the Subaru Targa in markets outside Australia.
Subaru Brumby 1980 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1980 Subaru Brumby are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1635mm x 1445mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Subaru Brumby Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (4X4) | Ute | 1445x1635x4355 mm | 215 mm | |
Subaru Brumby 1980 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Subaru Brumby here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Small ute options in Australia?
Sadly, the Jumbuck has gone the same way as the Subaru Brumby — the world now wants bigger utes. In any case, the Jumbuck was based on the old Mitsubishi Lancer, which meant it was barely safe, and Proton has insufficient funds to develop a new model.
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Proton Jumbuck ute alternative
The short answer is no-one. Subaru was first with a half-tonne ute in its Brumby, which I owned and loved. But it has no plans for a replacement and neither does Proton, as all utes are now one-tonne and bigger. Hyundai revealed a ute based on the ix35 compact SUV at Detroit, but any production version is still a couple of years away.
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Checking out a brumby
THE Brumby is a good choice provided it is in good condition. They were a tough little truck, too tough for their own good, really, because some uncaring owners pushed them beyond reasonable limits in the belief they couldn't be broken. Look for underbody damage that would indicate a rough life off-road, and check drivelines carefully, particularly looking for damaged or split driveshaft rubber boots. They damage relatively easily and if not found and fixed quickly can lead to further damage to the driveshaft joints from mud and dirt.
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Extra brumby gear
The Brumby had a four-speed manual right to the end. It's possible someone has fitted a five-speed to improve highway performance, but it would have been a private conversion.
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Subaru Brumby 1980 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1980 Subaru Brumby is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Subaru Brumby is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
| Subaru Brumby Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| (4X4) | Ute | 1.6L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
| (4X4) | Ute | 1.6L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
| (4X4) | Ute | 1.8L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
Subaru Brumby 1980 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1980 Subaru Brumby will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Subaru Brumby Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (4X4) | Ute | 155SR13 | — | 155SR13 | — | |
| (4X4) | Ute | 155R13C | — | 155R13C | — | |
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