inline six

Linear engine configuration

An inline six is an engine configuration with six cylinders arranged in a single row.

Known for smooth operation due to natural balance, the design was common in classic American cars and remains favored by BMW and some truck manufacturers.

Also called a straight six: The old Jeep had a bulletproof inline six.

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engine cylinder configuration

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Eight-cylinder engine layout

flat-six · radial engine · rotary engine · flat-four · V-twin

cylinder count

inline sixstraight-eight

Eight cylinders in line

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G