Truck Conversion & Toterhome Community - View Single Post - Looking for input on the series 50 Detroit

Gary Atsma · 03-17-2006, 06:15 PM

Kirk-
The Series 50's I've seen or heard about USUALLY had approx. 330-350 HP, which isn't too bad for RV use. Torque numbers don't ring a bell right now, but figure about 2/3 of what a 500HP series 60 would have. That will at least get you in the ball park.
I hope this helps you!
Gary

03-17-2006, 06:15 PM	#3
Gary Atsma Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hanford,CA,USofA Posts: 786	Kirk- The Series 50's I've seen or heard about USUALLY had approx. 330-350 HP, which isn't too bad for RV use. Torque numbers don't ring a bell right now, but figure about 2/3 of what a 500HP series 60 would have. That will at least get you in the ball park. I hope this helps you! Gary