Small Block V8 engine

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf engine
gptkbp:cylinderCount V configuration
gptkbp:engineConfiguration gptkb:V8
gptkbp:engineType overhead valve
gptkbp:hasAffiliation varies by model
gptkbp:hasAmenities water-cooled
radiator cooling
gptkbp:hasCharacter up to 450 lb-ft
gptkbp:hasDepartment distributor-based
gptkbp:hasFeature up to 11:1
gptkbp:hasFieldOfUse wet sump
gptkbp:hasFuturePlans carbureted or fuel-injected
gptkbp:hasHistoricalSignificance iconic engine design
gptkbp:hasMember regular oil changes
gptkbp:hasProductLine gptkb:United_States
1955-present
gptkbp:hasRelatedPatent high
gasoline
gptkbp:hasStudentOrganizations dual exhaust
gptkbp:hasTheme manifold intake
up to 6.2 liters
gptkbp:hasTouristAttraction cast iron or aluminum
gptkbp:hasVariants gptkb:LS_series
gptkbp:hasWeight approximately 500 lbs
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Small Block V8 engine
gptkbp:is_part_of available aftermarket
gptkbp:isCompatibleWith aftermarket parts
performance upgrades
manual and automatic transmissions
gptkbp:isFundedBy gptkb:General_Motors
gptkbp:isKnownFor high performance
reliability
smooth operation
distinctive sound
lightweight design
torque delivery
easy modification
gptkbp:isPartOf small block engine family
American_automotive_history
gptkbp:isPopularIn car enthusiast community
muscle cars
hot_rod_culture
gptkbp:isUsedIn SUVs
off-road vehicles
sports cars
classic cars
trucks
racing applications
vintage racing
Chevrolet_vehicles
gptkbp:powers up to 450 horsepower
gptkbp:wasAffecting 1955