I've been meaning to try and make a comprehensive comparison regarding the RB26, a stroked RB28, and an RB30.
Each has its pros, cons, sweet spots, and most suitable application.
I want to obtain more context and information about the more technical side of these setups. Mostly out of curiosity but also to help with some potential choices in the near future for my build (or builds at this rate). I am also aware of these units being used in extreme HP applications, this is more of a reasonable target. Say anywhere from 550 to 900 at the wheels to help get some point of power/torque reference.
Opinions are encouraged so long as they are conductive and help give greater insight into this subject.
Now from what I've gathered, this is the following general consensus.
[RB26]
-Convenient
-Cost Effective in most applications
-Good up to 550-600hp on stock internals
-Can be laggy with large turbo/boost applications.
-Structurally built to withstand most abuse (within reason)
[RB28]
-More optimal power curve
-Better/improved response in low/mid-range
-Costs are higher by 4-7k depending on.
-Usable with a stock block, making it somewhat convenient.
-Structurally built to withstand most abuse as above
[RB30]
-Best low/mid-range out of the three
-Lower RPMs needed, thus improving parts life
-Costs can vary and must be acquired through a broker in the states, which is not as convenient.
-Requires adapter for AWD applications. It is the heaviest out of the three
-Older block structural integrity is of greater concern in more situations (AWD especially).
Now, this isn't a PRO/CON that I'm listing, more of a "Generally accepted fact," if you will. I understand that I can be (and expect to be wrong) on a few of these, hence bringing up this entire discussion.
For instance, I know that price-wise, the RB30 and the Stroked RB26 are similar in price point. However, if we were to look at it from a Price per-litre perspective, the RB30 would be a more viable option. This is the sort of thing I wish to address (examples of this will be linked below)
If possible, what I'd like to achieve is a general "this is the deal with these" along with pros/cons. However, the latter isn't all too necessary, but no less helpful. Along with that, if the information is provided in regards to what's needed to make each unit achieve the 'general goal' above, that too would also be helpful (again, not needed, it's mostly for the purpose of context)
Thank you.
P.S. A poll will be provided for the personal preference of the three units above; again, this is for context.
Links- (take this comparison with a grain of salt)
RB26 Stroker kit: Nitto Performance Engineering Stroker Kit (I-Beam Rods) RB26 2.8L - Raw Brokerage
RB30 w/26 head: Raw Brokerage Pro Built Short Block Stage 1 - RB30DET 700hp - Raw Brokerage
Each has its pros, cons, sweet spots, and most suitable application.
I want to obtain more context and information about the more technical side of these setups. Mostly out of curiosity but also to help with some potential choices in the near future for my build (or builds at this rate). I am also aware of these units being used in extreme HP applications, this is more of a reasonable target. Say anywhere from 550 to 900 at the wheels to help get some point of power/torque reference.
Opinions are encouraged so long as they are conductive and help give greater insight into this subject.
Now from what I've gathered, this is the following general consensus.
[RB26]
-Convenient
-Cost Effective in most applications
-Good up to 550-600hp on stock internals
-Can be laggy with large turbo/boost applications.
-Structurally built to withstand most abuse (within reason)
[RB28]
-More optimal power curve
-Better/improved response in low/mid-range
-Costs are higher by 4-7k depending on.
-Usable with a stock block, making it somewhat convenient.
-Structurally built to withstand most abuse as above
[RB30]
-Best low/mid-range out of the three
-Lower RPMs needed, thus improving parts life
-Costs can vary and must be acquired through a broker in the states, which is not as convenient.
-Requires adapter for AWD applications. It is the heaviest out of the three
-Older block structural integrity is of greater concern in more situations (AWD especially).
Now, this isn't a PRO/CON that I'm listing, more of a "Generally accepted fact," if you will. I understand that I can be (and expect to be wrong) on a few of these, hence bringing up this entire discussion.
For instance, I know that price-wise, the RB30 and the Stroked RB26 are similar in price point. However, if we were to look at it from a Price per-litre perspective, the RB30 would be a more viable option. This is the sort of thing I wish to address (examples of this will be linked below)
If possible, what I'd like to achieve is a general "this is the deal with these" along with pros/cons. However, the latter isn't all too necessary, but no less helpful. Along with that, if the information is provided in regards to what's needed to make each unit achieve the 'general goal' above, that too would also be helpful (again, not needed, it's mostly for the purpose of context)
Thank you.
P.S. A poll will be provided for the personal preference of the three units above; again, this is for context.
Links- (take this comparison with a grain of salt)
RB26 Stroker kit: Nitto Performance Engineering Stroker Kit (I-Beam Rods) RB26 2.8L - Raw Brokerage
RB30 w/26 head: Raw Brokerage Pro Built Short Block Stage 1 - RB30DET 700hp - Raw Brokerage
