The Aluminator, or also known as the Aluminator XS, is a 5.2-liter, naturally aspirated V8 crate engine from Ford Motor used to power sports cars like the Ford Mustang. Featuring a dual overhead cam (DOHC) design, in a V configuration, the Ford Aluminator architecture has been part of the Ford Modular family since 2016.
This engine is hand-built and was specifically designed for aftermarket use. The Ford 5.2L Aluminator currently does not power a production Ford vehicle, but is rather sold individually in a crate for implementation in a variety of personalized projects. It’s a direct evolution of the Ford 5.0L Coyote engine and shares several components with the Ford 5.2L Voodoo engine.
However, it does not feature the same flat-plane crankshaft design. Instead, the Ford 5.2L Aluminator, which generates more power and torque than the Voodoo, relies on a different Cobra Jet intake manifold and throttle body as well as CNC ported cylinder heads, all while utilizing a cross-plane crankshaft. The Ford 5.2L Aluminator power the following vehicles:
- None
Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine family | Modular |
| Displacement | 5.2 liter |
| Aspiration | Atmospheric |
| Configuration & cylinders | V configuration, eight cylinders |
| Vehicle engine orientation | Longitudinal |
| Valve configuration | Dual overhead cam (DOHC) with variable camshaft timing (VCT) |
| Assembly sites | Romeo, Michigan |
| Predecessor | Ford 4.6L V8 |
| Successor | Currently none |
Specifications
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Bore | 94 mm |
| Stroke | 93 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12:1 |
| Max power @ RPM | 580 hp @ 7,800 |
| Max torque @ RPM | 445 lb-ft @ 4,500 |
| Cylinder head | Cast aluminum |
| Cylinder block | Cast iron |
| Camshaft drive | Chain |
There are currently no vehicle applications for the Ford 5.2L Aluminator engine.
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