Chevrolet small-block V8

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:V8_engine
gptkbp:aftermarket_support extensive
gptkbp:certification varies by model year
gptkbp:compression_ratio 8.0:1 to 12.0:1
gptkbp:configuration V engine
gptkbp:control_system ECU or carburetor
gptkbp:cooling_system water-cooled
radiator
gptkbp:displacement 262 to 400 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Chevrolet_small-block
cast iron or aluminum
small block
gptkbp:engine_configuration longitudinal
gptkbp:engine_rebuild frequent
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:internal_combustion_engine
in-block
gptkbp:exhaust_system carbureted or fuel-injected
gptkbp:firing_mechanism 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:1955
gptkbp:fuel_capacity wet sump
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:gasoline
carburetor or fuel injection
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Chevrolet small-block V8
gptkbp:ignition_system distributor or coil-on-plug
standard or performance
gptkbp:is_popular_in hot rod culture
gptkbp:legacy iconic American engine
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Chevrolet
gptkbp:market_segment performance and economy
gptkbp:notable_applications trucks, muscle cars
gptkbp:notable_features lightweight design
gptkbp:number_of_engines 8
cast iron or aluminum
gptkbp:power_output up to 600 hp
gptkbp:production_years 1955-present
gptkbp:racing_series NASCAR, drag racing
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Chevrolet_big-block_V8
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Chevrolet_LS_engine
gptkbp:torque up to 500 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning gptkb:common
high
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Chevrolet_vehicles
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
pushrod
gptkbp:variant 350, 383, 400
gptkbp:water_requirement spin-on or cartridge
gptkbp:weight approximately 500 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cadillac_V8_family
gptkb:Cadillac_V8
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6