ABOUT ILMOR

A History of High Performance

Ilmor Engineering has long been known as one of the most successful race-engine design and manufacturing firms in the world. With more than two decades of success, Ilmor began developing a long-range plan to expand beyond auto racing. The logical direction: high performance, custom-built marine engines. Ilmor is committed to applying the same attention to design, manufacturing and customer service that built their reputation for extremely powerful, very reliable world championship-winning auto racing engines.

Ilmor Marine Engines, LLC, got it's 'feet wet' for the first time in 2002 building engines for the “SuperCat” Racing Series of the American Power Boat Association (APBA). At the same time, Ilmor was assisting DaimlerChrysler in the development of the V-10 Dodge Viper engine. Ilmor’s engineers realized the potential to “marine-ize” the unique powerplant design of the Viper engine into high-powered V-10 boat engines.

Making Waves

In late 2002, the first two prototype engines were installed in a new 32-foot Skater CAT. The engines underwent extensive endurance testing in close collaboration with Pete Hledin of Douglas Marine (parent company of Skater) and Bob Morgan of Big Thunder Marine. Ilmor’s V-10 Viper engines passed with flying colors and the manufacturing process began.

The introduction of Ilmor’s 550-horsepower MV-10 550 engine in January 2004 created a sensation throughout the performance boating community. Honoring their commitment to offer service and support, Ilmor also began the extensive process of building a nationwide sales and service network, with plans to ultimately expand worldwide.

Striving for improvement, Ilmor’s team incorporated several engineering refinements and advancements, and in early 2005 they announced the MV-10 625, offering more horsepower per pound than any other engine in its class. This powerful engine boasts increased torque and an astounding 625 horsepower out of the same lightweight 800-pound V-10 package.

Race Engineered Power and Performance

In 2006, Ilmor unveiled its third engine in the series, the all new race engineered 7-10, producing an unprecedented 700 horsepower at a blistering 6,300 RPM. The 7-10 is hand-built to the same exacting engineering standards that have been a hallmark of Ilmor’s two decades of auto racing success and has brought new excitement to powerboating.

Together with the thrilling power of an Ilmor marine engine, quality engineering ensures reliability and durability. Each part in every Ilmor engine is individually developed from the design stage through endurance testing to the final manufacturing–all with meticulous attention to detail.

See it. Hear it. Believe it!

Aesthetics also play a key role in the high-performance boat world, and Ilmor’s engineers  have included features to please both the eye and the ear. A sleek, clean design is standard and Ilmor offers their V-10 marine engines in a range of gorgeous color options guaranteed to enhance any custom boat. And that awesome V-10 roar will enhance any boating experience.

The Ilmor Pledge

Ilmor has made a permanent commitment to the marine industry, investing heavily to further expand their existing marine products line. Innovative engine designs are under development, as well as power train and stern-drive solutions. Future products will carry Ilmor’s unending dedication to excellence in design, manufacturing and customer service.

TIMELINE
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Performance. Reliability. Beauty.

2002: Ilmor enters the marine sector by building engines for APBA “SuperCat” Series.
2002/2003: Endurance testing of prototype Ilmor V-10 engines in 32-ft. Skater catamaran.
2004: Debut of the 550 hp MV-10 550 engine.
2005: MV-10 625 engine hits the market with 625-hp in the same 800-lb. V-10 package.
2006: Ilmor unveils the 700 hp, hand-built 7-10 engine.
2007: Ilmor Sales & Service Centers active, and network rapidly expands.
Future: Innovative Ilmor marine engines and products, including stern-drive and power train solutions are currently under development.

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