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
Fuel Injection: BluePrint Engines Complete Engine Harness and ECU Kit
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, forged pistons, and a forged crankshaft. BluePrint Engines Fabbed Aluminum Intake Manifold, BluePrint Engines Calibrated ECU and harness, drive-by-wire throttle pedal, sensors, and throttle body—delivering plug-and-play performance right out of the box.
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 Crank
- BluePrint Engines Forged Pistons
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 Separate
Ignition Timing:
- ECM Supplied with Calibration
- Not Capable of Transmission Control
- Transmission Controller Required
Also Includes:
- LS3 Fabricated Intake Manifold & Fuel Rail - BPP822112
- BluePrint Engines Complete Harness and ECU Kit
- 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.
- The Included BluePrint Engines LS controller package contains a fully tested, calibrated, locked ECU, optimized for this specific engine. This package has undergone extensive testing for performance, reliability and the safety of you and your engine.
Cylinder Heads
LS3 Aluminum Cylinder HeadsIgnition Timing
ECM Supplied with CalibrationSpark Plug
.045 in.Firing Order
1,8,7,2,6,5,4,3Rotating Assembly
Forged Crank - 4.125 in. Stroke and Forged 6.125 in. RodsCam Specs
Hydraulic Roller - .624 Intake / .624 Exhaust Lift - 239 Intake / 255 Exhaust Duration -@.050-114 LSAStall Converter
2200+ RPMYour 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 |
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The satisfaction of our customers is our highest priority at BluePrint Engines. We use quality components to balance your engine's rotating assembly within two grams of spec. We dyno test your crate engine and certify that it's ready to deliver horsepower and torque.
We give your BluePrint engine the industry's best-in-class warranty for 30-months / 50,000 miles — with the extra confidence only BluePrint can provide. Our warranty applies to individual or professional installations and is fully transferable. View detailed overview
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