Bore X Bore X Stroke Calculator

Displacement Formula:

\[ Displacement = \frac{\pi \times B^3 \times S \times N}{4} \]

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1. What is the Bore X Bore X Stroke Formula?

The Bore X Bore X Stroke formula calculates engine displacement based on cylinder bore diameter, stroke length, and number of cylinders. This measurement represents the total volume swept by all pistons in an engine and is a key indicator of engine size and potential power output.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the displacement formula:

\[ Displacement = \frac{\pi \times B^3 \times S \times N}{4} \]

Where:

\( B \) — Cylinder bore diameter (inches)
\( S \) — Piston stroke length (inches)
\( N \) — Number of cylinders
\( \pi \) — Mathematical constant (approximately 3.1416)

Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of a single cylinder (π × B²/4 × S) and multiplies by the number of cylinders to get total displacement.

3. Importance of Engine Displacement Calculation

Details: Engine displacement is a fundamental measurement in automotive engineering that directly relates to engine power, torque, and fuel consumption. It's used for engine classification, performance comparisons, and regulatory purposes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bore and stroke measurements in inches, and the number of cylinders. All values must be positive numbers with bore and stroke greater than zero, and cylinders between 1-16.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is displacement measured in cubic inches?
A: Cubic inches is a traditional unit for engine displacement in the United States, though many countries now use liters or cubic centimeters.

Q2: How does displacement relate to engine power?
A: Generally, larger displacement engines can produce more power, but efficiency, technology, and design also significantly impact actual power output.

Q3: What's the difference between bore and stroke?
A: Bore is the diameter of the cylinder, while stroke is the distance the piston travels from top to bottom. These measurements determine the engine's displacement and characteristics.

Q4: Can I use metric measurements?
A: This calculator uses inches, but you can convert metric measurements (1 inch = 25.4 mm) before entering values.

Q5: Why is the formula B³ instead of B²?
A: The standard formula uses B² for area calculation, but this specific variant (B³) assumes bore equals stroke or uses a simplified approach for certain applications.