Continental AV1790


The Continental AV1790 is an American V12 engine used in armored vehicles. Produced by Continental Motors, the AV1790 was used in a variety of limited production and pilot heavy tanks, including the M53 and M55 howitzers, and the T30 and M103 tanks.
There were also diesel versions for the M47, M48, and M60 Patton tanks, and the Swedish Stridsvagn 104.

Engines prefixes

The engine prefixes are:
Type:90 degree four-stroke V12
Bore:5.75 in
Stroke:5.75 in
Displacement:1791.7 cu in
Cooling:forced air cooling

Petrol versions

Diesel versions