--- title: BP454CT Series description: GM Big Block Compatible 454 c.i. Engine - 460 Horsepower --- [Skip to content](https://knowledgebase.blueprintengines.com/knowledge/bp454ct-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) # BP454CT Series ## 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 Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane #### Description: - Horsepower & Torque: 460 Horsepower / 479 ft. lbs. Torque - Compression Ratio: 9.85:1 - BluePrint Engines Aluminum Heads - BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam - BluePrint Engines Cast Crankshaft - BluePrint Engines Hypereutectic Pistons #### Block: - BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block, 454 BBC - Manufactured and Machined in the USA! - Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes - 1-Piece Rear Main Seal - Standard Deck - 4-Bolt Main - 4.250" Bore #### Rotating Assembly: - Cast Crankshaft - OEM Type 6.135" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts - Hypereutectic Pistons - Externally Balanced Front and Rear #### Cylinder Heads: - BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads - [PS8013](https://blueprintengines.com/collections/cylinder-heads/products/bb-chevy-aluminum-cylinder-head-316cc-assembled-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: - Hydraulic Roller - .501 Intake / .510 Exhaust - 216 Intake / 228 Exhaust Duration - @ .050-112 Degree Lobe Separation #### Ignition Timing: - Initial Timing 10-16° and Total Timing 32-34° #### Also Includes: - Harmonic Balancer - Timing Cover - Valve Covers - Dipstick - Oil Pan #### Notes: - 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. - The initial advance should be set at 13-16 degrees BTDC. The total advance should be NO MORE than 34 degrees BTDC and should be reached by about 4000 RPM. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause detonation damage and will void the warranty. - Recommend using a distributor with melonized iron or steel gear ONLY on this engine. - Features External 42.5 oz. imbalance. Recommend BluePrint Engines flywheel 14096987 or BluePrint Engines flex plate [399973](https://blueprintengines.com/products/168-tooth-steel-sfi-14-flex-plate-1-piece-rear-main-seal-external-balance-42-5oz-imbalance-gm-compatible-copy?_pos=1&_psq=BPP399973&_ss=e&_v=1.0).   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:** BP454CT **Fuel Delivery Type:** Carbureted, 750 cfm \*\*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:** Weighted, 8" Diameter **Flexplate/Flywheel:** Weighted Gen V 1 Piece Rear Main Seal. 42.5 oz. Imbalance  **Stall Converter:** 2000-2400 rpm **Intake Manifold:** Dual Plane, Satin Aluminum \*\*Not Included\*\* **Fuel Recommendation:** 91+ 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)**](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:** [**BPP51061 (Click Here)**](https://blueprintengines.com/products/sbc-bbc-oil-filter-bpp51061) **Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and Correct Filter**: 8 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