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The Isuzu 6HK1-TC is a modern common-rail diesel engine used primarily in [[Isuzu F-Series]] trucks, but also in the [[Cheverolet T-Series]] and [[GMC T-Series]]. This engine varied in levels of tune from 200 to 300 horsepower, and from 520 to 860 pound-feet of torque. The durability of this engine is apparent in its B10 rating of 400,000 miles, meaning only 10% of those produced require an overhaul before 400,000 miles.
The '''Isuzu 6HK1-TC''' is a modern common-rail diesel engine used primarily in [[Isuzu F-Series]] trucks, but also in the [[Cheverolet T-Series]] and [[GMC T-Series]]. This engine varied in levels of tune from 200 to 300 horsepower, and from 520 to 860 pound-feet of torque. The durability of this engine is apparent in its B10 rating of 400,000 miles, meaning only 10% of those produced require an overhaul before 400,000 miles.





Revision as of 21:48, 11 March 2007

6Hengine.jpg

The Isuzu 6HK1-TC is a modern common-rail diesel engine used primarily in Isuzu F-Series trucks, but also in the Cheverolet T-Series and GMC T-Series. This engine varied in levels of tune from 200 to 300 horsepower, and from 520 to 860 pound-feet of torque. The durability of this engine is apparent in its B10 rating of 400,000 miles, meaning only 10% of those produced require an overhaul before 400,000 miles.


6H Features

  • Dry Sleeved Cylinders - Precision machined allows for easy replacement
  • Nitrided Crankshaft Heat treatment for durability
  • Common Rail Injection, requires less oil
  • Internal Piston Cooling Channels
  • Gear Type oil pump, most dependable
  • Internal engine oil pump, less likely to leak
  • Oil Thermostat
  • 2 Coolant Thermostats
  • 4 valves per cylinder for more precise control
  • Overhead cam design, fewer parts