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V Engine

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A 'V' engine is a common configuration for an internal combustion engine, in which the pistons are aligned in such a way that they take on a V-shape when viewed along the line of the crankshaft. The two most common forms of V engine are the V6 and V8, however V10's and V12's are also regularly found in high performance vehicles. V4 engines are becoming increasingly popular for high performance motorcycles.


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