Weight of Engine & Transmission?

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Weight of Engine & Transmission?

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I have an opportunity pick up a complete engine and transmission. Anyone know the approximate weight?

It has everything attached: Starter, Gen, carb, etc.

I'm thinking 1000lbs?
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Re: Weight of Engine & Transmission?

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Doing a quick internet search seems to suggest opinions vary. The most common seem to be in the 450-500 lbs range for just the engine. I seem to recall a transfer case is in the 250-275 lb range so a trans shouldn't be much more than 300-325. That would put it in the 750-850 lb range. I think 1000lbs is conservative but not outside a possibility.
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WarrenD wrote: Thu Jul 17, 2025 10:07 am I think 1000lbs is conservative but not outside a possibility.
Thank you. Just needed some idea if my truck can handle the weight to transport it.
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The seller is deciding upon my offer. It's a 5hr drive one way but will be worth it if accepted.
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1952 M37 - Mods = Locking hubs, battery switch, 2 bank charger, PB, PS, Pertronix SSI, Elect fuel pump w/filter&pressure switch, bikini top, tool box liners, 24v & 12v fused circuits, Seatbelts

Soon: 24v Wipers
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Re: Weight of Engine & Transmission?

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Complete engine package, radiator to tailshaft isn't too bad. Engine is under 500. Transmission is under 175 w/o PTO. radiator is under 50. My 1000 lb lift doesn't go to bypass when lifting and moving them around here. I almost always move them as an assembly.
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