6.0L Generation IV V8 (L98) Engine

26 Jul, 2006 2 Comments

6.0L Generation IV V8 (L98)

Design changes to exhaust manifolds support current Euro 3 requirements
Performance-oriented calibration
High-flow exhaust
Matched to 2¼-inch dual exhaust with quad outlets
New single-piece engine cover with acoustic insulation

Specifications
Type	90 degree OHV 6.0L V8
Displacement	5967cc
Compression ratio	10.4:1
Valve configuration	Push rods; one valve per cylinder
Assembly site	Silao , Mexico
Valve lifters	Roller lifters
Firing order	1 – 8 – 7 – 2 – 6 – 5 – 4 – 3
Bore x stroke	101.6mm x 92.0mm
Fuel system	Multiport fuel injection
Peak power (ECE)	270kW @ 5700rpm
Peak torque (ECE)	530Nm @ 4400rpm

Materials
Block	Cast aluminium with cast in place iron bore liners
Cylinder head	Cast aluminium
Intake manifold	Multi piece welded composite
Exhaust manifold	Nodular cast iron
Pistons	Cast aluminium alloy
Crankshaft	Cast nodular iron
Camshaft	Billet steel
Connecting rods	Forged powdered metal

Power and torque figures as per ECE regulations

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