The model 60 was introduced in late 1928 as a replacement for the model 55. The 1929 model featured a larger, 185 cubic inch Continental Red Seal engine.
Special features
- Red Seal Continental six-cylinder engine
- Bendix four-wheel brakes
- 109 inch wheelbase
Body styles and prices
- Coupe
- Two Door Sedan
- Four Door Sedan
- Special Coupe
- Special Two Door Sedan
- Special Four Door Sedan
Serial number range
- C-22001 up
- L-18977 up
- T-22001 to T-23190
The serial number prefix shows the factory. See Durant Serial Numbers for every year and plant.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 50 horsepower, 6 cylinder, Red Seal Continental engine. Licensed horsepower 19.84. Bore 2-7/8", stroke 4-3/4"; 4 bearing crankshaft; Morse silent timing chain. |
| Lubrication | Force feed lubrication; oil filtrator. |
| Cooling System | Thermostat built in motor. Honeycomb radiator. |
| Fuel System | Air cleaner; vacuum gasoline feed; gasoline strainer; gasoline tank in rear; gasoline gauge. |
| Electric System | Auto-Lite electrical equipment. |
| Lighting System | – |
| Clutch | Single plate clutch. |
| Transmission | Amidship Transmission. |
| Front Axle | – |
| Rear Axle | Semi-Floating Axle;4.44 to 1 ratio. |
| Steering Gear | – |
| Brakes | Bendix mechanical 4-wheel brakes, positive and simple in adjustment and action. |
| Frame | – |
| Springs | Semi-elliptical springs. Shock absorbers front and rear. |
| Wheels | Artillery wheels. Tires 29 x 5.00. |
| Wheelbase | 109" inches |
| Body | Cowl lamps on brackets. Chromium plate. |
| Deluxe Eouipment | Six wire wheels (two mounted in front fenders), trunk rack, front and rear bumper, cowl moulding. |
Related pages
- All Durant models, 1921 to 1932
- Other 1930 models: 1930 Durant Model 407, 1930 Durant Model 610, 1930 Durant Model 612, 1930 Durant Model 614, 1930 Durant Model 617
- Photos of member cars: 1930 Durant
- 1930 Durant sales literature
- Known Durant cars
Sources: Durant Family Registry, Durant’s Standard, vol. 19 no. 4.