The 444hp Boss 302 that powers the recently released Boss Mustang is now available as a crate engine from Ford Racing. The Boss 302 is the highest performance variant of the 5.0L engine that powers the “regular” Mustang GT model. The Boss features a bunch of upgrades over the standard issue 5.0 engine.
Outside of an extra 32hp, the engines are built like anvils with internal features like an aluminum block with cross bolted mains and beefed webbing, and 8.5 quart oil pan with unique baffling, a short runner intake manifold that is made of composite (and has already become a must have upgrade on non Boss engines), and 80mm throttle body, CNC ported aluminum heads, forged pistons and rods, and a total weight of just 444lbs. This engine makes peak power at 6500 RPM and to go along with the 444hp, there are 380 ft/lbs of torque.
They certainly are not giving these babies away, with a list price of $11,999, a full five grand over the cost of a standard 5.0L cammer engine. We want to put one in the nose of a Factory Five 33 Hot Rod!
Here’s a breakdown of the Boss 302’s features:Boss 302 Crate Engine Features:
11.0:1 compression ratio
Lightweight aluminum cylinder block features cross-bolted main bearing caps and thick main bearing bulkheads for bottom-end strength
Features large sump 8.5 qt oil pan with revised oil pan baffling for improved oil control under hard cornering
Revised composite intake system with shorter runners, inspired by Ford Racing’s Daytona Prototype engine program
80 mm single bore “drive by wire” throttlebody
High-strength aluminum-alloy cylinder heads with fully CNC-machined ports and chambers for exceptional high-rpm airflow without sacrificing low-speed torque
Sodium-filled exhaust valves for improved heat dissipation
Forged aluminum pistons and upgraded sinter-forged connecting rods for improved strength
Includes manual transmission engine harness and flywheel
Vehicle harness and PCM not included
Boss 302 crate engine shown with optional Ford blue coil pack covers FRPP part # : M-6P067-M50B and NVH insulator pads, Ford dealer part # :CR3Z-6N041-A. sold separately.
Engine mount bosses and bellhousing mount pattern common to 4.6L modular engines.
Engine weight: 444 lbs
