---
title: BP3479CT  / BP3479RCT Series
description: Ford Small Block Compatible 347 c.i. Engine - 415 Horsepower
---

[Skip to content](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/bp3479ct-/-bp3479rct-series#main-content)

English

Show submenu for translations

![IN CRATE ENGINES..png\]](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IN%20CRATE%20ENGINES..png?height=40&name=IN%20CRATE%20ENGINES..png)

Open main navigation

Close main navigation

- English
  
  Show submenu for translations
- Go to www.blueprintengines.com

 Go to www.blueprintengines.com

 How can we help you?

- There are no suggestions because the search field is empty.

1. [Knowledge Base](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge?hsLang=en)
2. [Engine Specs](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/engine-specs?hsLang=en)

# BP3479CT  / BP3479RCT Series

## Horsepower & Torque: 415 Horsepower / 415 FT. LBS. Torque Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads Compression Ratio: 10:1 Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .543 Intake / .554 Exhaust Lift and 218 Intake / 226 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 112° LSA Pistons: Forged Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 3.400" Stroke and Forged 5.400" Rods Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane Approved

#### Description:

- Horsepower & Torque: 415 Horsepower / 415 FT. LBS. Torque
- Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
- BluePrint Engines Aluminum Heads
- BluePrint Engines Cast Crankshaft
- BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam

#### Block:

- BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block
- Increased Deck Thickness and Strength Webbing
- Priority Main Oiling
- 4.000" Bore
- 4-Bolt Main
- 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
- Improved Water Jacket Design

#### Rotating Assembly:

- Cast Crankshaft
- 3.400" Stroke
- Forged 5.400" Connecting Rods
- Forged Pistons
- 28oz Externally Balanced Front and Rear

#### Cylinder Heads:

- BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads - [HP9009](https://blueprintengines.com/collections/cylinder-heads/products/sb-ford-aluminum-cylinder-head-190cc-stud-mount-assembled-hp9009)
- 60cc Chamber
- 2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
- 190cc Intake / 60cc Exhaust Runners

#### Cam Specs:

- Hydraulic Roller Cam
- .543 Intake / .554 Exhaust Lift
- 218 Intake / 226 Exhaust Duration
- @.050-112 Degree Lobe Separation

#### Ignition Timing:

- 10-16 Degrees Initial, 32-34 Total

#### Also Includes:

- Front Sump Oil Pan
- Valve Covers
- Timing Cover
- Dipstick

#### Notes:

- Engine timing cover is designed for standard rotation water pump and pulley kit ONLY.

 

Engine Accessory Specifications

*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:** BP3479CT

**Fuel Delivery Type:** Carbureted, 670cfm \*\*Not Included\*\*

**Spark Plug:** [BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E](https://blueprintengines.com/products/bpp7938-ngk-7938-bkr5e-spark-plugs-set-of-8) (.750 inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)

**Spark Plug Gap:** .035"

**Harmonic Balancer:** [BPP28](https://blueprintengines.com/products/ford-small-block-harmonic-balancer-externally-balanced-bpp28) - 28 Ounce, 6.4" Diameter

**Flex plate/Flywheel:** 28 Ounce Weighted such as [BPP529618](https://blueprintengines.com/products/ford-windsor-28-oz-sfi-flexplate-157t), [BPPF28164](https://blueprintengines.com/products/ford-flexplate-164-tooth-steel-external-28oz-imbalance-bppf28164), [BPPF157T28](https://blueprintengines.com/products/ford-windsor-28-oz-flywheel-157t)

**Stall Converter:** 2000-2400 rm

**Intake Manifold:** Dual plane (not included)

**Fuel Recommendation:** 91+ Octane Approved

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

**Firing Order:** 1,3,7,2,6,5,4,8

**Notes:** Not for EGR - Engine requires a V-belt standard rotation water pump and belt system.  

**Recommended Break in Oil:** [**BPP710 (Click Here)**](https://blueprintengines.com/products/blueprint-engines-crate-engine-break-in-oil-1-quart-bpp710)

**Recommended Service Oil:** [**BPP10W30 (Click Here)**](https://blueprintengines.com/products/blueprint-engines-10w30-engine-oil-1-quart-bpp10w30)

**Recommended Oil Filter:** [**BPP21085**](https://blueprintengines.com/products/chrysler-and-ford-sb-compatible-oil-filter-space-saver-size?_pos=1&_psq=BPP21085&_ss=e&_v=1.0) **or** [**BPP51515 (Click Here)**](https://blueprintengines.com/products/sbf-sbm-oil-filter-bpp51515)

**Total Oil capacity with production oil pan, and Correct Filter:** 5 Quarts

- [General Support](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/general-support?hsLang=en)
- [Technical Support](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#main-content)

    - [General Engine FAQ](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#general-engine-faq)
    - [BluePrint GM Style Engines](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#blueprint-gm-style-engines)
    - [BluePrint Ford Style Engines](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#blueprint-ford-style-engines)
    - [Transmissions](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#transmissions)
    - [Fuel Systems](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#fuel-systems)
    - [Parts and Accessories](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#parts-and-accessories)
    - [Carburetors](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#carburetors)
    - [Alternator](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#alternator)
    - [Term X](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#term-x)
    - [Valve Train](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/technical-support?hsLang=en#valve-train)
- [Factory Five FAQ](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/factory-five-faq?hsLang=en)
- [Engine Specs](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/engine-specs?hsLang=en)
- [Discontinued Engine Specs](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/discontinued-engine-specs?hsLang=en#main-content)

    - [Engine Support](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/discontinued-engine-specs?hsLang=en#engine-support)

[![Chill listening crop-3](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IN%20CRATE%20ENGINES..png?width=92&height=24&name=IN%20CRATE%20ENGINES..png "Chill listening crop-3")](http://navy-blueprint-logo)

www.blueprintengines.com Help Center

Copyright © 2026, BluePrint Engines