Horsepower & Torque: 600 Horsepower / 530 ft. lbs. Torque
Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines LS3 Aluminum Cylinder Heads
Compression Ratio: 11:1
Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .624 Intake / .624 Exhaust Lift and 239 Intake / 255 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 114° LSA - Three Bolt Cam
Pistons: Forged
Crankshaft: Steel Crank - 4.125" Stroke and 6.125" Rods
This engine Does NOT come with a Fuel Injection ECU and Wiring Harness.
Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane
- Description
- Engine Specs
- Parts & Accessories
- Warranty
Overview:
The LS-compatible layout has become a favorite for its rock-solid reliability and proven track record, this BluePrint 427 c.i. Pro Series is a street-ready powerhouse built for performance. Delivering a power packed 600 horsepower and 530 ft-lbs of torque, this popular LS-compatible engine is perfect for restomods, street machines, and pro-touring builds. At its core is a high-strength BluePrint cast iron block with LSX-style features—thicker decks, reinforced webbing, and extended cylinder skirts for added durability. It's topped with LS3-style aluminum heads, a 11:1 compression ratio, hydraulic roller cam, hypereutectic pistons, a nodular iron crankshaft, and BluePrint Engines Fabbed Aluminum Intake Manifold.
Description:
- Horsepower & Torque: 600 Horsepower / 530 ft. lbs. Torque
- Compression Ratio: 11:1
- BluePrint Engines LS3 Aluminum Heads
- BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam
- BluePrint Engines Forged Pistons
- BluePrint Engines Forged Crank
Block:
- BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron (LSX Style) Block
- Increased Deck Thickness and Strength Webbing
- Utilizes OEM LS3 Front and Rear Covers
- Improved Water Jacket Design
- Extended Cylinder Skirt
- 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
- Priority Main Oiling
- 4.0695" Bore
- 6-Bolt Main
Rotating Assembly:
- Forged Crankshaft
- 4.125" Stroke
- Forged 6.125" Connecting Rods
- Forged Pistons
- Internally Balanced Front and Rear
Cylinder Heads:
- BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads- PS8015
- 69cc Chamber
- 2.165" Intake / 1.590" Exhaust Valves
- 259cc Intake / 102cc Exhaust Runners
Cam Specs:
- Hydraulic Roller
- .624 Intake / .624 Exhaust Lift
- 239 Intake / 255 Exhaust Duration
- @.050-114 Degree Lobe Separation
Also Includes:
- This engine Does NOT come with a Fuel Injection ECU and Wiring Harness
- LS3 Fabricated Intake Manifold & Fuel Rail - BPP822112
- Drive by Wire Throttle Body - BPP12191019
- Retro Fit Oil Pan - BPP81074
- Water Pump - BPPLS126WP
- Spark Plugs and Wires
- Harmonic Balancer
- Timing Cover
- Valve Covers
- Coil Packs
- Injectors
Notes:
- This engine requires a non-weighted flex plate/flywheel.
- Recommended fuel: 91 Octane.
- BluePrint Engines recommends a 2200+ RPM stall converter.
- Retro fit oil pan will fit most 1955-1995 GM front engine, RWD, V8 cars.
- Not for use in pollution-controlled vehicles or in dry sump applications.
- Does NOT include engine controller. This is a dressed long block only. No Harness/ECU provided. This is for customers wishing to use their own engine controller package.
- BluePrint Engines Recommends Air Intake Kit BPPLS01013.
Blocks
- BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron (LSX Style) Block
- Increased Deck Thickness and Strength Webbing
- Utilizes OEM LS3 Front and Rear Covers
- Improved Water Jacket Design
- Extended Cylinder Skirt
- 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
- Priority Main Oiling
- 4.0695" Bore
- 6-Bolt Main
Cylinder Heads
- BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads- PS8015
- 69cc Chamber
- 2.165" Intake / 1.590" Exhaust Valves
- 259cc Intake / 102cc Exhaust Runners
Ignition Timing
N/A
Spark Plug
.045 in.
Firing Order
1,8,7,2,6,5,4,3
Rotating Assembly
- Forged Crankshaft
- 4.125" Stroke
- Forged 6.125" Connecting Rods
- Forged Pistons
- Internally Balanced Front and Rear
Cam Specs
- Hydraulic Roller
- .624 Intake / .624 Exhaust Lift
- 239 Intake / 255 Exhaust Duration
- @.050-114 Degree Lobe Separation
Stall Converter
2200+ RPM
Also Includes
- This engine Does NOT come with a Fuel Injection ECU and Wiring Harness
- LS3 Fabricated Intake Manifold & Fuel Rail - BPP822112
- Drive by Wire Throttle Body - BPP12191019
- Retro Fit Oil Pan - BPP81074
- Water Pump - BPPLS126WP
- Spark Plugs and Wires
- Harmonic Balancer
- Timing Cover
- Valve Covers
- Coil Packs
- Injectors
Notes
- This engine requires a non-weighted flex plate/flywheel.
- Recommended fuel: 91 Octane.
- BluePrint Engines recommends a 2200+ RPM stall converter.
- Retro fit oil pan will fit most 1955-1995 GM front engine, RWD, V8 cars.
- Not for use in pollution-controlled vehicles or in dry sump applications.
- Does NOT include engine controller. This is a dressed long block only. No Harness/ECU provided. This is for customers wishing to use their own engine controller package.
- BluePrint Engines Recommends Air Intake Kit BPPLS01013.
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 | BluePrint Engines Fabricated Aluminum Intake |
|---|---|
| Spark Plug | CCH9405 |
| Harmonic Balancer | Non-Weighted |
| Flexplate/Flywheel (Not Included) | Non Weighted BPP12654640 - BPPLS1611 |
| Fuel Recommendation | 91+ Octane |
| Recommended Service Oil | BPP10W30 |
| Recommended Oil Filter | BPPB160 |
| Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and Correct Filter | 6 Quarts |
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