Leyland 6-cylinder diesel engine

GPTKB entity

Statements (47)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf diesel engine
gptkbp:application commercial vehicles
gptkbp:competitors other diesel engine manufacturers
gptkbp:compressionRatio varies by model
gptkbp:controls electric starter
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
gptkbp:cylinderCount 6-cylinder
gptkbp:design inline configuration
gptkbp:displacement varies by model
gptkbp:drivetrain overhead valve
gptkbp:emissionsStandard varies by model
gptkbp:engine varies by model
cast iron
available in some models
longitudinal
noted for vibration levels
assembled_in_UK_factories
gptkbp:engineType multiple variants available
gptkbp:environmental_impact subject to emissions regulations
gptkbp:frequency varies by model
gptkbp:fuel_capacity varies by model
gptkbp:fuelCapacity mechanical fuel injection
gptkbp:fuelType diesel
gptkbp:hasArea subject to rigorous testing standards
gptkbp:historical_significance important_in_UK_automotive_history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Leyland 6-cylinder diesel engine
gptkbp:introduced 1950s
gptkbp:isMarketedAs available for parts
gptkbp:legacy influenced diesel engine design
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Leyland_Motors
gptkbp:noise_level noted for noise levels
gptkbp:notableEvent buses
trucks
gptkbp:performance high performance for its time
gptkbp:performances long lifespan with proper care
gptkbp:powerOutput varies by model
gptkbp:productionYears mid-20th century to late 20th century
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:Leyland_engine_family
gptkbp:reliability known for reliability
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Leyland_7-cylinder_diesel_engine
gptkbp:targetMarket commercial transportation
gptkbp:technology diesel technology
gptkbp:torque high torque output
gptkbp:tuning can be modified for racing
can be tuned for performance
gptkbp:userBase commercial fleet operators