Summary
The Ford Godzilla engine is a family of V8 engines offered by the Ford Motor Company. The engines are intended to replace the Modular V10 engine and the Boss V8 engine in many uses.[1][3] The engine, first introduced with a displacement of 7.3L was first used with Ford Super Duty trucks starting with the 2020 model year and was later added to the Ford E-Series for the 2021 model year.[3][4] It is also available as a crate engine.[5] A smaller displacement 6.8L was introduced in 2023. Exterior dimensions are smaller than the 385-series 460 engine, and slightly larger than those of the 351 Windsor engine.[6]
| Ford Godzilla engine | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Production | 2020–present |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | Naturally aspirated 90° V8 |
| Displacement | 6.8 L (415.0 cu in) 7.3 L (444.9 cu in)[1][2] |
| Cylinder bore | 4.22 in (107.2 mm)[1][3] |
| Piston stroke | 3.68 in (93.5 mm) 3.976 in (101.0 mm)[1][3] |
| Cylinder block material | Cast iron[3] |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminum[3] |
| Valvetrain | OHV (2 valves × cyl.)[1][3][4][2] |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 10.5:1[3] |
| Combustion | |
| Fuel system | MPFI[3] |
| Fuel type | Gasoline[1][3][4][2] |
| Output | |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ford 385 engine Modular V10[1][3] Ford Boss engine |
Attributes edit
- Camshaft: Variable valve timing
- Piston: Hypereutectic aluminum alloy
- Connecting rod: Cracked powdered metal
- Crankshaft: Forged
- Knock sensors from the Ford Boss engine
- Siamesed cylinders with saw cuts between cylinders to increase cooling capacity
- Variable oil pump for fuel economy[7]
Because the engine uses overhead valves actuated by pushrods, it is smaller than many of the overhead camshaft Ford Modular engines, and can be fitted to older cars.[7]
Variable tuning edit
Ford offers several different ratings of the engines that can prioritize either performance or economy. Performance-oriented tunings are intended as a replacement for the Modular V10 engine, while economy-oriented tunings replace the Boss V8 engine.
The highest current state of tune, offered on the Ford Super Duty (F-250/350/450) pickup trucks, offers 430 horsepower (321 kW) at 5,500 RPM and 475 pound-feet (644 N⋅m) of torque at 4,000 RPM.[3]
For the largest Super Duty trucks (F-550/600) and the medium-duty Ford F-650/750 trucks, the engine is de-tuned to 335 hp (250 kW) at 3,750 RPM, but with more torque, 468 lb⋅ft (635 N⋅m) at 3,750 RPM.[4]
The E-Series offers two versions that were de-tuned even further. The "premium-rated" version generates 325 hp (242 kW) and 450 lb⋅ft (610 N⋅m) of torque at 3,750 RPM, while the "economy-rated" variant produces 300 hp (224 kW) and 425 lb⋅ft (576 N⋅m) of torque at 3,250 RPM. The "economy-rated" variant was discontinued for 2024.[8]
6.8L variant edit
A short-stroked 6.8L version has been introduced in the revamped 2023 Ford Super Duty as a replacement for the predecessor's 6.2L SOHC Boss V8. It is available only in the F-250 and F-350 pickups with the XL trim.
For 2024, the 6.8L gained flex-fuel capability.
Common Applications edit
- 2020–present Ford Super Duty (F-250/350/450/550/600) (2023-present for 6.8 L)
- 2020–present Ford F-650/750
- 2021–present Ford E-Series (E-350/450)
- 2020–present Ford F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis
- 2020–present Ford F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis
- 2021–present Blue Bird Vision school bus
References edit
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Smith, Evan (March 13, 2019). "An Inside Look at Ford's All-New 7.3L Pushrod V8". Hot Rod. Motor Trend Group. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e Turner, Steve (August 1, 2019). "Ford's 7.3-Liter 'Godzilla' Gas Engine Delivers 430 Horsepower & Packs Monster Potential". Mustang 360. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f Wendler, Andrew (August 1, 2019). "New Ford 7.3-Liter "Godzilla" V-8 Coming for Super Duty Lineup". Car and Driver. Hearst Communications. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "7.3L V8 430HP SUPER DUTY CRATE ENGINE". Ford Performance. Retrieved December 12, 2020.
- ^ Smith, Evan (March 30, 2021). "Go In-Depth into the 7.3L "Godzilla", the Latest V8 From Ford Motor Company". Holley Performance Products. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
- ^ a b Sorokanich, Bob; Silvestro, Brian (September 15, 2020). "Ford's 7.3-Liter V-8 Can Make 600 Naturally-Aspirated Horsepower With Basic Mods". Road & Track. Retrieved February 5, 2021.
- ^ "2024 Ford E-Series Drops 7.3L V8 Economy Engine".