GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected
GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected

GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected

SKU: BP454CTFK

GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed with Polished Pulley Kit - Fuel Injected

SKU: BP454CTFK

Horsepower & Torque: 460 Horsepower / 479 FT. LBS. Torque

Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads

Compression Ratio: 9.85:1

Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .501 Intake .510 Exhaust Lift and 216 Intake / 228 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 112° LSA

Pistons: Hypereutectic

Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 4.000" Stroke and Forged 6.135" Rods

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Description:

  • Horsepower & Torque: 460 Horsepower / 479 FT. LBS. Torque
  • Compression Ratio: 9.85:1
  • Aluminum Heads
  • Hydraulic Roller Cam
  • Cast Crankshaft
  • Hypereutectic Pistons

Block:

  • BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block, 454 BBC
  • Manufactured and Machined in the USA!
  • 4-Bolt Main
  • 4.000" Stroke
  • 4.250" Bore
  • 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
  • Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes
  • Standard Deck

Rotating Assembly:

  • Cast Crankshaft
  • OEM Type 6.135" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
  • Hypereutectic Pistons
  • Externally Balanced

Cylinder Heads:

  • BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads - PS8013
  • 119cc Chamber
  • 2.30" Intake / 1.88" Exhaust Valves
  • 316cc Intake / 124cc Exhaust Runners
  • Cylinder Heads Feature a .300 in. Raised Exhaust Port vs an OEM Casting (Must Verify Header/Exhaust Clearance)

Cam Specs:

  • Cam Type: Roller
  • .501 Intake / .510 Exhaust Lift
  • 216 Intake / 228 Exhaust Duration
  • @ .050-112 Degree Lobe Separation

Ignition Timing:

  • Initial Timing 10-16° and Total Timing 32-34°

Also Includes:

  • Intake Manifold Dual Plane, Satin Aluminum
  • Holley Sniper 2 EFI System
  • Pro Billet Distributor
  • Harmonic Balancer
  • Valve Covers
  • Oil Pan
  • Timing Cover
  • Polished Front Accessory Drive with Water Pump, A/C Compressor, Alternator, and Power Steering Pump

Notes:

  • The front accessory drive on this engine fits many vehicles, however it is the customer responsibility to accurately measure and confirm fitment.  Note this is a low-profile design, but things such as power steering hoses, alternator wiring, and additional fittings/fabrication may be required on some vehicles.
  • This engine is an excellent cruiser and daily driver engine. This engine makes up to 15 inches of vacuum, and is designed to work excellent with power brakes, stock torque converter, stock gearing, and run on 87 octane fuel.
  • Features External 42.5 oz. imbalance. Recommend GM flywheel 14096987, or TCI flex plate 399973.
 

Your 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.

Part Number: BP454CTFK

Fuel Delivery Type: Sniper EFI

Spark Plug: BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E (.750 inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Harmonic Balancer: Weighted, 8" diameter

Flexplate/Flywheel: Weighted

Stall Converter: 2000-2400 rpm

Intake Manifold: Dual Plane, Satin Aluminum

Fuel Recommendation: 87 Octane

Timing (Initial/Total Advance): Initial timing - 10-16° and Total timing 32-34°

Firing Order: 1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2

Recommended Break in Oil : BPP710 (Click Here)

Recommended Service Oil : BPP10W30 (Click Here) 

Recommended Oil Filter ; BPP51061 (Click Here)

Total Oil capacity with production oil pan, and Correct BPP51061 Filter : 8 Quarts

Notes: New BluePrint block manufactured and machined in the USA,

Click here to download a copy of the Installation Guide that came with your BluePrint engine.

Header Partners: 
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BETTER THAN THE REST.

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.

For a detailed overview of our warranty, click here.

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO RESULTS.

We make sure we hit our target horsepower and proper torque with every crate engine. We use an advanced computerized balancer to get our rotating assemblies within two grams, ensuring silky smooth power over the entire RPM range. That's precisely why our engines sound and run better than our competitors.

BRAGGING RIGHTS INCLUDED!

A comprehensive, dyno-generated printout showing these critical specs will accompany your delivered engine. No more guessing or wondering what your installed engine's real-world peak horsepower and torque ratings actually are. Any doubters in the crowd? Simply flash 'em your dyno results!

This engine will be dyno tested before it ships to you at no additional charge (others charge $500)!

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:
BluePrint Engines Crate Engine Break-In Oil — 1 Quart
BluePrint Engines 10w30 Engine Oil - 1 Quart
TrueBlue Performance Octane Boost
BluePrint Engines TrueBlue Performance Octane Booster
BluePrint Engines TrueBlue UltraCool Antifreeze Coolant CONCENTRATE
BluePrint Engines TrueBlue Power Steering Fluid
BluePrint Engines TrueBlue Transmission Fluid UNIVERSAL ATF/MTF
GM SB and BB Compatible Oil Filter
EFI Fuel Pump and Plumbing Kit BPP5267 - For Fuel injected engines
Holley EFI In-Tank Retrofit Fuel Pump - 255 LPH - Return Style
EFI Billet Aluminum Fuel Pressure Bypass Regulator - 40-75 PSI and -6AN ORB
Liquid Filled Fuel Pressure Gauge - 0-100 PSI
HEI Distributor 1-Piece Power and Tachometer Pigtail Harness
Air Cleaner with Flat Base - 14" Chrome
Air Cleaner with Flat Base - 14" Black
GM SB and BB Compatible Starter – 3 HP – 153 or 168 Tooth Flywheel – Tilton Style - Chrome
GM SB and BB Compatible Starter – 3 HP – 153 or 168 Tooth Flywheel – Tilton Style - Black
GM SB and BB Compatible Starter – 168-Tooth Flywheel – Denso Style - OEM Finish
BluePrint Parts – Jiggle Pin Thermostat – 180° - GM Small Block, GM Big Block, Mopar Magnum 360, and Ford Small Block Compatible
BluePrint Parts - Aluminum Thermostat Housing Angle - GM Small Block and GM Big Block Compatible