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Functional object - Holden 161 Red motor

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Historical information

The Holden red motor was introduced with the EH range and replaced the 1984 grey motor

Significance

Manufactured by Holden to use in Holden cars

Physical description

Red motor, black air filter and fan

Inscriptions & markings

Holden 6 cyl 161 Red Motor. Use MS oils only

Subjects

Identifier

001391

Production methods

mass produce

Materials

Steel

Measurements

Length: 76 centimetres, Width: 134 centimetres, Height: 68 centimetres

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Victorian Collections

https://victoriancollections.net.au/items/6ad54cffdb0ae9004c0541b8

Accessed 28 October 2026

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