Editing Duramax V8 engine

{{about|the Duramax V8|the Duramax 6-cylinder|Isuzu 6H engine}}
{{Infobox automobile engine
| name = Duramax Diesel engine
| image = 1.19.2011LML.jpg
| caption = Duramax LML
| manufacturer = [[DMAX (engines)|DMAX Ltd.]]
| production = 2001–present
| configuration = 90° [[V8 engine|V8]]
| predecessor = [[Detroit Diesel V8 engine|6.2 and 6.5&nbsp;L Detroit Diesel]]
| valvetrain = [[Overhead valve engine|OHV]] [[Multi-valve#Four valves|4 valves x cyl.]]
| fueltype = [[Diesel engine|Diesel]]
| fuelsystem = [[Common rail|High-pressure common-rail]] [[Direct fuel injection|direct injection]]
| coolingsystem = [[Radiator (engine cooling)|Water-cooled]]
| block = Cast [[gray iron]]
| head = Aluminum
| turbocharger = [[Garrett AiResearch|Garrett]] [[Variable-geometry turbocharger|variable-geometry]] vane with [[intercooler]]
| timing = Gears
| compression = 16.8:1, 17.5:1
| management = [[Bosch (company)|Bosch]]
| emissions control = Oxidizing [[Catalytic converter|catalyst]], [[Diesel particulate filter|DPF]], [[Exhaust gas recirculation|EGR]]
| emissions level = [[EPA]]
| displacement = {{Convert|6599|cc|L cuin|1|order=flip|abbr=on}}
| bore = {{Convert|103|mm|in|2|abbr=on|disp=flip}}<ref name=gmps-specs>{{Cite web |url=https://poweredsolutions.gm.com/products/l5p-engine/ |title=6.6L V-8 L5P Features & Specifications |publisher= GM Powered Solutions |access-date=May 14, 2023}}</ref>
| stroke = {{Convert|99|mm|in|2|abbr=on|disp=flip}}<ref name=gmps-specs/>
| idle = 
| power = {{Convert|250-550|hp|0|abbr=on}}
| torque = {{Convert|460-1050|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
}}
The '''Duramax V8 engine''' is a family of 6.6-liter [[Diesel engine|diesel]] [[V8 engine]]s produced by [[DMAX (engines)|DMAX]], a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors in [[Moraine, Ohio]]. The Duramax block are supplied by Fritz Winter, a german foundry. The heads are supplied from reliable vendors of General Motors.{{Vague|date=May 2023}} This engine was initially installed in 2001 [[Chevrolet]] and [[GMC (automobile)|GMC]] trucks, and has since become an option in pickups, vans, and medium-duty trucks. In 2006, production at Moraine was reportedly limited to approximately 200,000 engines per year.<ref name="millionth-duramax">{{Cite web|url=http://www.prdomain.com/companies/G/GeneralMotors/newsreleases/20075940703.htm|title=GM celebrates one-millionth Duramax diesel|access-date=May 9, 2007|url-status=usurped|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070514010921/http://www.prdomain.com/companies/G/GeneralMotors/newsreleases/20075940703.htm|archive-date=May 14, 2007}}</ref> On May 9, 2007, DMAX announced the production of the 1,000,000th Duramax V8 at its Moraine facility,<ref name="millionth-duramax" /> followed by the 2,000,000th on March 24, 2017.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2017/mar/0324-duramax.html|title = 2 Millionth Duramax Diesel Engine Rolls off the Line|date = 24 March 2017}}</ref>

==Engine RPO codes==

===LB7===
[[Regular Production Option|RPO]] LB7 (engine code "1") was first introduced in 2001 and continued until early 2004. It featured a 32-valve design with [[Common rail|high-pressure common-rail]] [[Direct fuel injection|direct injection]] and aluminum cylinder heads.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dieselhub.com/duramax/6.6-duramax-lb7.html|title=6.6L Duramax LB7|access-date=November 30, 2024}}</ref>

The following trucks use the LB7:
*[[Chevrolet Kodiak|Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick]]
* [[Chevrolet Silverado]]/[[GMC Sierra]] HD

====Specifications====
* Block / Head: Cast Iron / Aluminum
* Compression: 17.5:1
* Injection: Direct; [[Bosch (company)|Bosch]] high-pressure common-rail
* Power / Torque: {{Convert|300|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 3,100 rpm / {{Convert|520|lb.ft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,800 rpm
The LLY was introduced in 2004 and completely replaced the LB7 mid-year.

===LLY===
The '''LLY''' (internally called the ''8GF1'') (engine code "2") is a {{Convert|6599|cc|L cuin|1|order=flip|abbr=on}} [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] engine which debuted in mid-2004 and continued until the end of 2005 (except the [[Hummer H1]] in 2006). It is a [[Multi-valve#Four valves|32-valve]] design with [[Common rail|high-pressure common-rail]] [[Direct fuel injection|direct injection]] and aluminum cylinder heads. The LLY was GM's first attempt to implement emissions requirements on their diesel trucks. To meet this goal, they turned to a newly developed [[Garrett AiResearch|Garrett]] turbocharger with a variable geometry vane system and installed an [[Exhaust gas recirculation|EGR valve]]. Learning from problems with injectors in the previous LB7, GM changed the valve covers to allow access to the injectors without having to remove the valve covers, saving significant labor costs if injector replacement became necessary.

The following trucks used the LLY engine:
* 2006-only [[Hummer H1]] Alpha
* [[Chevrolet Silverado]]/GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500

====Specifications====
<ref name=2007LLYLBZ/>
* Block / Head: Cast [[gray iron]] / Cast aluminum
* Compression: 17.5:1
* Injection: Bosch high-pressure common-rail
* Power / Torque: {{Convert|310|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 3000 rpm / {{Convert|605|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1600 rpm
* Head casting is 8GF1
* Block casting is #22351021213

===LLY/LBZ===
There are two [[VIN code]]s for the LBZ. The first is VIN 2 produced in late 2005 and early 2006. The VIN 2 engine is mechanically and physically the same as the VIN D engine but utilizes LLY engine tuning due to the LBZ tuning taking longer to be EPA certified and placed into production.

The second is VIN D. This was introduced in 2006 and continued into 2007 sold only in the "classic" body style. It has an improved engine computer tune that produces increased power and torque over the 2005 LLY version of the engine. This also marked the first appearance of the Duramax in the Express/Savana vans. The LBZ is one of the more sought-after Duramax engines because of its strength, reliability, and being pre-emissions ([[Diesel particulate filter|DPF]] appeared on the next generation LMM in 2007).

Changes include:
* Cylinder block casting and machining changes strengthen the bottom of the cylinder bores to support increased power and torque
* Upgraded main bearing material increases durability
* Revised piston design lowers compression ratio to 16.8:1 from 17.5:1
* Piston pin bore diameter increased for added strength
* Connecting rod "I" section is thicker for added strength
* Cylinder heads revised to accommodate lower compression and reduced cylinder firing pressure
* Maximum injection pressure increased from {{Convert|23000|psi|bar|1|abbr=on}} to more than {{Convert|26000|psi|bar|1|abbr=on}}
* Fuel delivered via higher-pressure pump, fuel rails, distribution lines and all-new, seven-hole fuel injectors
* Fuel injectors spray directly onto glow plugs, providing faster, better-quality starts and more complete cold-start combustion for reduced emissions
* Improved glow plugs heat up faster through an independent controller
* Revised variable-geometry turbocharger is aerodynamically more efficient to help deliver smooth and immediate response and lower emissions
* Air induction system re-tuned to enhance quietness
* EGR has larger cooler to bring more exhaust into the system
* First application of new, 32-bit E35 controller, which adjusts and compensates for the fuel flow to bolster efficiency and reduce emissions

LBZ applications:

* [[Chevrolet Silverado]] 2500HD/3500
* [[Chevrolet Kodiak]]
* [[GMC Sierra]] 2500HD/3500
* [[GMC TopKick]]
* Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500 Classic 
LLY applications:
* [[Chevrolet Silverado]] 2500HD/3500
* [[Chevrolet Kodiak]]
* [[GMC Sierra]] 2500HD/3500
* [[Chevrolet Express]] full-size (reduced power output mated to a [[GM 4L80-E transmission#4L85-E|4L85E transmission]])
* [[GMC Savana]] full-size (reduced power output mated to a 4L85E transmission)

====Specifications====
<ref name=2007LLYLBZ>[http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/product_services/2007/Spec%20Sheet/Diesel/2007_LBZ_LLY_032406.xls 2007 LLY LBZ spec sheet]{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
* Block / Head: Cast [[gray iron]] / Cast aluminum
* Compression: 16.8:1
* Injection: Bosch high-pressure common-rail
* Power / Torque: 360 bhp @3200 rpm / 650 lb-ft @1600 rpm

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Code!! Years!! Power output !! Torque !!Redline
|-
|LB7 (Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD / 3500 Classic (auto trans),<br/>GMC Sierra 2500HD / 3500 Classic (auto trans))||2001–2004||{{Convert|300|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3200 rpm||{{Convert|520|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||3450 rpm
|-
|LLY (Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty (LRX option),<br/>GMC TopKick Medium Duty (LRX option),<br/>Hummer H1 Alpha)||2004–2005||rowspan=2|{{Convert|310|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3000 rpm||{{Convert|605|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||rowspan=2|3200 rpm
|-
|LBZ(Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty (LPD option),<br/>GMC TopKick Medium Duty (LPD))||rowspan=2|2006–2007||{{Convert|605|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm
|-
|LLY (Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana)||{{Convert|250|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3200 rpm||{{Convert|460|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||3450 rpm
|}

===LMM===
[[File:Allison 1000 attached to Duramax 6.6 Diesel.JPG|thumb|Allison 1000 attached to Duramax 6.6 Diesel]]
The LMM (engine code "6") debuted part way through 2007 and ended production with the start of the 2011 calendar year and is mated to the 6-speed [[Allison Transmission|Allison transmission]]. The LMM was the only Duramax offered for model years 2007–2010.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.duramaxdieselspecs.com/duramax_vin.html |last=DuramaxHub |title=Duramax Engine Identification: Duramax Engine ID by VIN number |date= 2016 |access-date=14 December 2016}}</ref> A version was used in the [[Trident (car company)|Trident]] Iceni.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/20/trident-diesel-sports-car-not-vaporware-still-sounds-too-good-t/ |last=Korzeniewski |first=Jeremy |title=Trident diesel sports car not vaporware, still sounds too good to be true |date=20 August 2008 |website=Autoblog |access-date=14 December 2016}}</ref>

====Specifications====
<ref name=2007LMMspecs>{{Cite web|url=http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_silverado/07silveradoPK/07_Chevy_SilveradoHD_3500.html |last=GM Media |title=2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Specifications |access-date=14 December 2016}}</ref><ref>[http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/product_services/2009/HPT%20Library/Diesel/2009_66L_LMM_SierraHDf.pdf 2009 GMC Sierra HD engine curve]{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
* Block / Head: Cast [[gray iron]] / Cast aluminum
* Compression: 16.8:1
* Injection: Bosch high-pressure common-rail with CP3.3 injection pump
* Power / Torque: {{Convert|365|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 3200 rpm / {{Convert|660|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1600 rpm

{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Code!! Years!! Power output !! Torque !!Redline
|-
|LML (Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra HD)||2011–2016||{{Convert|397|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3000 rpm||{{Convert|765|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||rowspan=2|3450 rpm
|-
|LMM (Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra HD)|| rowspan="4" |2007–2010||{{Convert|365|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3200 rpm||{{Convert|660|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm
|-
|LMM (Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick (LYE option))||{{Convert|330|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3000 rpm||{{Convert|620|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||rowspan=2|3250 rpm
|-
|LMM (Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick (LRX option))||{{Convert|300|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3000 rpm||{{Convert|520|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm
|-
|LMM (Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana)||{{Convert|250|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3200 rpm||{{Convert|460|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm||rowspan=2|3450 rpm
|-
|LGH (Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana)
|2010–2016||{{Convert|260|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 3100 rpm||{{Convert|525|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<br/>@ 1600 rpm
|}

Emission controls:
* Additional combustion control, including an even more efficient variable-geometry turbocharging system, cooled (enhanced) [[exhaust gas recirculation]] (EGR), and closed crankcase ventilation to reduce [[nitrogen oxide]]s (NOx)
* Additional exhaust control, including oxidizing catalyst and new [[diesel particulate filter]] (DPF) to reduce soot and [[particulate]] matter
* Increased-capacity cooling system
* New engine control software
* Use of low-ash engine oil (CJ-4)

Applications:
* 2007–2010 [[Chevrolet Silverado]] HD<ref>[http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/press_kits/07%20fs%20pickups/hd/index.html 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO AND GMC SIERRA HEAVY-DUTY PICKUPS DELIVER THE CAPABILITY FOR ANY TASK] {{webarchive|url=https://archive.today/20070303113107/http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/press_kits/07%20fs%20pickups/hd/index.html |date=2007-03-03 }}</ref>
* 2007–2010 [[GMC Sierra]] HD
* 2007–2010 [[Chevrolet Kodiak]]
* 2007–2010 [[GMC Topkick|GMC TopKick]]
* 2007–2010 [[Chevrolet Express]]/GMC Savana

===LGH===
The 6.6L Duramax diesel engine (VIN code "L") is used on 2010 interim and 2011 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans and 2011 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra HD trucks with RPO ZW9 (chassis cabs or trucks with pickup box delete). The LGH engine is rated at {{Convert|335|bhp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 3,100 rpm and {{Convert|685|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,600 rpm. Similar to the LML, this engine also uses a DPF and DEF system to meet emissions standards.

===LML===
The 6.6L RPO LML (VIN code "8") is the 2011–2016 version of the Isuzu/GM Duramax V8 diesel engine. It is a further advanced version of the LMM engine with the majority of the changes addressing a required drastic reduction in engine emissions. Some mechanical aspects of the engine, such as piston oil flow design for improved temperature control and oil pump design, were also improved to enhance durability even further.

The LML engine was significantly updated for 2011 to comply with the new federal emissions standards for diesel engines, provide better engine rigidity, and further noise reduction. The engine gained new 29,000 PSI piezo injectors as well as a completely reworked fuel system which was now powered by the Bosch CP4 pump, that also now supports up to 20% [[biodiesel]] mixtures and a urea injection (to reduce nitrogen oxides) with a 5.3 gallon [[Diesel exhaust fluid|DEF]] tank. This engine has a fuel injector in the exhaust tract, to allow raw fuel injection during the particulate filter recycling routine. The RPO LML engine is rated at {{Convert|397|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 3,000 rpm and {{Convert|765|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque at 1,600 rpm.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/news/news_detail.brand_gm.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2010/Mar/0310_gmc_sierra_hd/0310_duramax|title=GMC's 2011 Heavy-Duty Trucks Build On Proven Strong Heritage With New Duramax 6.6L Turbo Diesel Engines|date=10 March 2010|author=General Motors}}</ref>

===L5P===
The L5P Duramax is the latest version of the Duramax V8 diesel engine.(engine code Y). Introduced in the 2017 model year, it was the most powerful diesel engine GM had produced, with {{Convert|445|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 2,800 rpm and {{Convert|910|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,600 rpm. Design specification performance can exceed {{Convert|550|bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 3,050 rpm and {{Convert|1050|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,975 rpm.

===L5P Gen2===
The L5P Duramax received an increase in horsepower and torque for the 2024 model year; {{Convert|470|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 2,800 rpm and {{Convert|975|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,600 rpm. Design specification performance can exceed {{Convert|550|bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 3050 rpm and {{Convert|1050|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1975 rpm.<ref>{{Cite web |title=GM Authority |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/gm-engines/l5p/ |website=GM Engines}}</ref>

===L5D===
The L5D Duramax is a downrated version of the L5P for the Chevrolet Silverado MD and International CV trucks (Class 4, 5, and 6). The L5D was downrated to increase reliability and reduce downtime. The L5D was introduced in 2018 for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado MD and International CV trucks. Specifications for the L5D are {{Convert|350|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm and {{Convert|700|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,600 rpm.

==See also==
*[[Marinediesel AB]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
{{Commons cat}}
* [https://defdeletekits.com/lml-duramax-delete-kit/ LML DURAMAX]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20050301083358/http://www.duramaxdiesel.com/ Duramax home page]
* [http://www.dmaxengines.com DMAX, Ltd. home page]
* [http://www.duramaxdieselspecs.com Duramax Diesel Specs]
* [http://www.duramaxhub.com/duramax-timeline.html Duramax timeline]
* [https://generators-advicer.com/who-makes-duromax-generator-engines/ Who Makes Duromax Generator Engines - generators-advicer]

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