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Overview

mercedes-benz m279

The M279 and M277 are a series of twin-turbocharged V12 engines produced by Mercedes-Benz. It was launched in 2012 with the R231 SL65 AMG.
The M279 is based on the previous generation M275 engine, but has been extensively revised. It now features port injection, larger turbochargers, changes to the valvetrain timing, and a new exhaust system for improved efficiency and emissions. The M279 also uses single overhead camshafts with 3 valves per cylinder, and has an identical bore and stroke compared to before....

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technical specifications

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General

engine brand: mercedes-benz
production years: since 2012
engine lifespan: ~270 000
features: no

piston

Power and torque

power: 530 (M 279 E 60 AL)
612 – 630 (AMG M 279 E 60 AL)
torque: 830 (M 279 E 60 AL)
1000 (AMG M 279 E 60 AL)

gas-pump

Fuel

fuel system: distributed injection
fuel type: petrol
euro standards: EURO 5/6

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Timing

timing drive: chain
hydraulic lifters: yes
phase regulator: no

engine-oil-level

Oil

recommended engine oil: 5W-30
engine oil capacity: 10.5

turbocharger

Displacement and turbo

displacement: 5980
compression ratio: 9.0
turbocharging: Biturbo

height

Dimensions and measurements

weight: 280
cylinder bore: 82.6
piston stroke: 93

engine

Engine block

cylinder block: aluminum V12
block head: aluminum 36v