Horsepower & Torque: 541 Horsepower / 519 ft. lbs. Torque
Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads
Compression Ratio: 10:1
Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .608 Intake / .608 Exhaust and 248 Intake / 258 Exhaust Duration @ .050 – 114 LSA
Pistons: Forged
Crankshaft: Forged Crank – 4.000" Stroke and Forged 6.250" Rods
Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane
- Description
- Engine Specs
- Parts & Accessories
- Warranty
Overview:
BluePrint Engines’ 427 C.I. Ford Cobra Edition Builder Series brings iconic Cobra style and modern performance together in one powerhouse package. Featuring the Holley 870 cfm Carburetor, this engine delivers both old-school attitude and modern drivability. Dressed with ribbed Cobra-style aluminum valve covers, a polished front accessory drive, and an aluminum oval air cleaner with Cobra script, it looks every bit as fierce as it runs. Completing the package are premium components including a powder-coated oil pan, harmonic balancer, spark plugs and wires, and detailed finishes like plug wire separators and a thermostat housing—engineered and ready for those who demand performance with unmistakable Ford heritage.
Description:
- Horsepower & Torque: 541 Horsepower / 519ft. lbs. Torque
- Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
- BluePrint Engines Aluminum Heads
- BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam
- BluePrint Engines Forged Crank
- BluePrint Engines Forged Pistons
Block:
- BluePrint Engines' High Strength Cast Iron Block
- 4-Bolt Main
- 4.125" Bore
- 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
- 9.500 Deck Height
Rotating Assembly:
- Forged Crankshaft
- 4.000" Stroke
- Forged 6.250" Connecting Rods
- Forged Pistons
- Internally Balanced Front and Rear
Cylinder Heads:
- Aluminum Cylinder Heads
- 60cc Chamber
- 2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
- 205cc Intake / 70cc Exhaust Runners
Cam Specs:
- Hydraulic Roller Cam
- .608 Intake / .608 Exhaust Lift
- 248 Intake / 258 Exhaust Duration
- @.050-114 Degree Lobe Separation
Also Includes:
- 870 cfm Holley Carburetor
- Ribbed Cobra Style Aluminum Valve Covers
- Pro-Series Ready Run Distributor - BPP3513BK
- Aluminum Oval Air Cleaner with Cobra Script
- Ignition Coil 45k Volt - BPP82021BK
- 28 oz Harmonic Balancer - BPP28
- Front Sump Powder Coated Oil Pan
- Thermostat and Thermostat Housing
- Plug Wire Separators
- Victor Intake Manifold
- Spark Plugs - BPP7938
- Spark Plug Wires
- Timing Cover
- Oil Filter
- Polished Front Accessory Drive - BPP302FDACPS4
- Driver Side Standard Rotation Water Pump
- Type II Power Steering Pump
- Remote Power Steering Pump Reservoir
- 140amp 1-wire Alternator
- 7B10 Peanut Air Conditioning Compressor
Assembled with Complete TKX Transmission Package:
- Mcleod Super Street Pro single disk clutch
- Hydraulic throw out bearing
- Steel bell housing
- Billet flywheel
- Engine guard
- Starter
- Gear Ratio:
- First Gear Ratio: 2.87:1
- Second Gear Ratio: 1.89:1
- Third Gear Ratio: 1.28:1
- Fourth Gear Ratio: 1.00:1
- Fifth Gear Ratio: 0.81:1
Notes:
- Package Ships assembled as pictured.
- IF THIS IS BEING ORDERED FOR A FACTORY FIVE VEHICLE, STOP AND CALL US AT 1-800-483-4263 FOR PROPER FITMENT OR VISIT FACTORYFIVEENGINES.COM
Blocks
- BluePrint Engines' High Strength Cast Iron Block
- 4-Bolt Main
- 4.125" Bore
- 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
- 9.500 Deck Height
Cylinder Heads
- Aluminum Cylinder Heads
- 60cc Chamber
- 2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
- 205cc Intake / 70cc Exhaust Runners
Ignition Timing
Initial Timing 10-16 - Total Timing 32-34
Spark Plug
.035 in.
Firing Order
1,3,7,2,6,5,4,8
Rotating Assembly
- Forged Crankshaft
- 4.000" Stroke
- Forged 6.250" Connecting Rods
- Forged Pistons
- Internally Balanced Front and Rear
Cam Specs
- Hydraulic Roller Cam
- .608 Intake / .608 Exhaust Lift
- 248 Intake / 258 Exhaust Duration
- @.050-114 Degree Lobe Separation
Stall Converter
2200+ RPM
Also Includes
- 870 cfm Holley Carburetor
- Ribbed Cobra Style Aluminum Valve Covers
- Pro-Series Ready Run Distributor - BPP3513BK
- Aluminum Oval Air Cleaner with Cobra Script
- Ignition Coil 45k Volt - BPP82021BK
- 28 oz Harmonic Balancer - BPP28
- Front Sump Powder Coated Oil Pan
- Thermostat and Thermostat Housing
- Plug Wire Separators
- Victor Intake Manifold
- Spark Plugs - BPP7938
- Spark Plug Wires
- Timing Cover
- Oil Filter
- Polished Front Accessory Drive - BPP302FDACPS4
- Driver Side Standard Rotation Water Pump
- Type II Power Steering Pump
- Remote Power Steering Pump Reservoir
- 140amp 1-wire Alternator
- 7B10 Peanut Air Conditioning Compressor
Assembled with Complete TKX Transmission Package:
- Mcleod Super Street Pro single disk clutch
- Hydraulic throw out bearing
- Steel bell housing
- Billet flywheel
- Engine guard
- Starter
- Gear Ratio:
- First Gear Ratio: 2.87:1
- Second Gear Ratio: 1.89:1
- Third Gear Ratio: 1.28:1
- Fourth Gear Ratio: 1.00:1
- Fifth Gear Ratio: 0.81:1
Notes
- Package Ships assembled as pictured.
- IF THIS IS BEING ORDERED FOR A FACTORY FIVE VEHICLE, STOP AND CALL US AT 1-800-483-4263 FOR PROPER FITMENT OR VISIT FACTORYFIVEENGINES.COM
Your BluePrint engine was dyno tested with the parts and specifications listed below. If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet.
Parts & Accessories Specs
| Intake Manifold | Single Plane, Satin Aluminum, Victor Intake Manifold |
|---|---|
| Spark Plug | BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E |
| Harmonic Balancer | 28 oz Harmonic Balancer - BPP28 |
| Flexplate/Flywheel | BPPF157T28 |
| Fuel Recommendation | 91+ Octane |
| Recommended Service Oil | BPP10W30 |
| Recommended Oil Filter | BPP21085 - BPP51515 |
| Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and Correct Filter | 9 Quarts |
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