Vortec 3.0L I-4: Marine Engine
Vortec 3.0L I-4: Marine Engine
Vortec 3.0L I-4: Marine Engine
Marine Engine
A high-flow cylinder head with straighter intake ports and a higher compression ratio delivers impressive horsepower Cylinder heads feature sintered powder metal exhaust valve seat inserts for improved durability State-of-the-art coolant pump seal uses a combination of advanced materials to provide superb sealing action under extreme conditions Nodular iron crankshaft for increased strength and engine life Camshaft is specifically designed for marine duty cycles and optimized for maximum performance High-silicon cast aluminum pistons ensure optimum performance for the life of the engine Cylinder case has brass water jacket core support plugs for resistance to corrosion 14 diameter flywheel provides common size with most GM engines
The Vortec 3.0L engine, with the longest history of any marine engine offered by GM Powertrain, has a well-earned reputation for durability and reliability.
2012
Vortec 3.0L
The exhaust valve seat inserts in the cylinder head provide superb durability.
The compact packaging of the Vortec 3.0L gasoline engine allows for excellent fuel economy with an impressive power-to-weight ratio.
Water Pump
The improved, advanced-design water pump seal reflects GM Powertrains commitment to continuous improvement.
Improved Seal
2012
Vortec 3.0L
2006 Vortec 3000 3.0L I-4 (LW6)
Specifications
Type: 3.0L I-4 Displacement: 181 cid (2966.59 cc) Engine Orientation: Longitudinal Compression Ratio: 9.2:1 Valve Configuration: Pushrod Actuated Overhead Valves (2 valves per cylinder) Assembly Site: Toluca, Mexico Valve Lifters: Hydraulic Flat Tappet Firing Order: 1 - 3 - 4 - 2 Bore x Stroke: 101.60 x 91.44 mm Bore Center: 112.26 mm Bore Area: 324.29 cm Fuel System: N/A (LW6) Fuel Type: Regular Unleaded Horsepower: 140 hp (104 kW) @ 4800 rpm (LW6) Torque: 177 lb-ft (240 Nm) @ 3600 rpm (LW6)
Actual power levels may vary depending on OEM calibration and application.
300
140 hp (LW6)
150
TORQUE (lb-ft)
200
177 lb-ft (LW6)
100
100
50
Fuel Shutoff: OEM Defined Shipping Weight: 363 lb (165 kg) Materials: Block: Cast Iron Cylinder head: Cast Iron with exhaust valve seat inserts Intake manifold: Customer Supplied Exhaust manifold: Customer Supplied Main bearing caps: 2 -Bolt Cast Iron Crankshaft: Nodular Cast Iron Camshaft: Marine Profile Connecting rods: Powdered Metal
Information may vary with application. All specifications listed are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
Actual power levels may vary depending on OEM calibration and application.
643.0 (25.3)
432.0 (17.00)
595.0 (23.4)
624.0 (24.5)
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HORSEPOWER (hp)