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===Vortec 7400 (L29)=== The Vortec 7400 L29 {{cvt|454|cuin|L|1|order=flip}} [[V8 engine|V8]] was a [[truck]] version of the Chevrolet big-block engine. Introduced in 1996, it was produced for five years, until replaced by the Vortec 8100. Although introduced as the Vortec 7400 in 1996, it was basically a 454 big-block with a hydraulic roller [[Cam (mechanism)|cam]], parts more suitable for use in [[light truck]]s, and more advanced technology. The engine had MPFI (multi-port fuel injection), which gave slightly more power and better fuel economy, and two valves per cylinder. The engine had a bore and stroke of {{cvt|4+1/4|x|4|in|mm|1}}, producing {{cvt|290|hp|kW|0}} at 4000 rpm and {{cvt|410|lbft|Nm|0}} at 3200 rpm. It was used by Mercury Marine, named the Mercruiser 7.4 MPI and later Mercruiser 7.4 Mag. Mercury also adopted the 8.1L engine L29 applications: * 1996β2000 [[Chevrolet C/K (fourth generation)|Chevrolet C/K / GMC Sierra]] 2500, 3500, and C3500HD (above 8,500 pounds GVWR) * 1996β1999 [[Chevrolet Suburban|Chevrolet/GMC Suburban 2500]] * 1996β2000 [[Chevrolet Express|Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana]] 3500 * Mercury Marine Inboard
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