MAHLE 51716 Engine Piston Ring Set - 4.000 Bore Cast Iron V8

The MAHLE Original 51716 piston ring set delivers OE-quality performance for V8 engine rebuilds and repairs. Designed with precision engineering and premium materials, this standard piston ring set ensures optimal sealing, compression, and oil control for long-lasting engine performance.

Key Specifications:

• Bore Diameter: 4.000 inches (101.6mm)
• Top Ring Thickness: 1.5mm (0.0586")
• Second Ring Thickness: 1.5mm (0.0586")
• Oil Ring Thickness: 4.0mm (0.1575")
• Top Ring Material: Cast iron with barrel face
• Second Ring Material: Cast iron
• Oil Ring Assembly: Stainless steel
• Configuration: V8 engine set (sold as 8 cylinder sets)
• Size: Standard (not oversized)

Features and Benefits:

• Cast iron compression rings with positive twist design for instantaneous break-in
• Barrel-faced top ring promotes superior cylinder wall sealing
• High tensile strength and yield strength with excellent hardness
• Low ring mass reduces friction and minimizes engine oil consumption
• Superior oil control and improved combustion gas management
• Stress resistance and minimal groove pound-out for extended service life
• Excellent cylinder conformability and blow-by control

MAHLE is the world's largest manufacturer of piston rings, bringing over 100 years of engineering expertise and extensive OE connections to every product. Their Original line incorporates advanced technologies like narrow compression rings, low-tension oil rings, and specialized coatings that originated in original equipment applications. Whether rebuilding a modern engine or restoring a classic, MAHLE Original piston rings deliver proven reliability and performance.