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straight six

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A straight six engine is a type of car engine where all six cylinders are lined up in one row, making it very smooth to run.

Technical Definition

A straight six (inline‑six) engine has all six cylinders in a single line, known for its smooth operation and balanced power delivery.

About straight six

A straight-six engine is a piston engine with six cylinders arranged in a straight line along the crankshaft. A straight-six engine has perfect primary and secondary engine balance, resulting in fewer vibrations than other designs of six or fewer cylinders.

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