Used 7.3 Powerstroke Engine for Sale | Ford 7.3L V8 Turbo Diesel (444 cu in)

$2,799.00

Product Overview & Specifications

Displacement: 7.3L (444 cu in)
Engine Family: Ford / Navistar T444E
Configuration: V8 OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Horsepower: 210 to 275 hp by year and calibration
Condition: Used OEM, compression tested and inspected
In Stock, Multiple Year Ranges Available 1994 to 2003
Free Shipping to All 50 States via Crated Freight, 5 to 10 Business Days
All 8 Cylinders Compression Tested, Results Available Before You Pay
Year, Turbo Type, and Injector Generation Documented Before Shipping
Oil Pressure and HPOP Condition Inspected and Reported
100% Fitment Verified Before Every Order Ships
No Core Charge, Keep Your Old Engine
15 Day Replacement Warranty on Internal Defects

100% Fitment Assistance

15 Days Replacement Warranty

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About This Engine

The 7.3 Powerstroke is the V8 turbo diesel that built Ford’s modern Super Duty reputation. Manufactured by Navistar International and badged for Ford from 1994 through 2003, it was the engine of choice for serious truck owners who needed real towing capacity, real durability, and real working life. Stock output ranges from 210 hp on early 1994 production to 275 hp on 2002 to 2003 final-year units, with torque between 425 and 550 lb-ft. With routine maintenance, these engines regularly clear 400,000 to 500,000 miles on the original bottom end.

Internally the engine uses a cast iron block, cast iron heads, two valves per cylinder OHV layout, and HEUI fuel injection (Hydraulic Electronic Unit Injector). HEUI uses high-pressure oil from the High Pressure Oil Pump (HPOP) to actuate the injectors, removing the high-pressure mechanical fuel pump from the system entirely. This is a key reason 7.3 owners prize the engine: fewer high-pressure fuel parts means fewer expensive failures over the long haul.

Why Ford Truck Owners Pick the 7.3 Over the Replacement Engines That Followed

The 6.0 and 6.4 Powerstroke that followed used much higher injection pressures and emissions hardware that introduced known reliability issues. The 7.3 has none of that complexity. It runs cooler, simpler, and longer. For F-250, F-350, F-450, and Excursion owners doing engine replacements or pre-emission diesel restorations, a clean used 7.3 is by far the best path back on the road.

Signs You Need a Replacement 7.3 Powerstroke

White smoke at startup that does not clear, head gasket failure or cup failure
Low oil pressure on a warm engine, HPOP wear or main bearing wear
Hard starting with cam position sensor codes, CPS failure or wear
Loss of power and high EGT, turbocharger wear or wastegate stuck
Knock or rattle under load, rod or main bearing wear on high-mileage units
Coolant in oil or oil in coolant, oil cooler failure or head gasket
Strong fuel smell from oil dipstick, leaking injector O-rings

Known 7.3 Powerstroke Issues We Document Before Shipping

Glow plug relay condition and harness wear, common across all year ranges
HPOP output pressure under load, critical for HEUI injector firing
Turbocharger shaft play, especially on heavily towed units
Cam Position Sensor (CPS), a high failure rate part we document
Oil leak from valve cover gaskets and rear main, disclosed if present
Injector O-ring condition, leaks here cause fuel in oil

What Is Included, What Is Not Included

INCLUDED	Long block: block, crankshaft, rods, pistons, camshaft, heads, valve train, oil pan, valve covers. Turbocharger when present on donor unit. HPOP when present on donor unit.
NOT INCLUDED	Injectors, glow plugs, fuel rails, intake manifold, exhaust manifolds, ECU, harness, alternator, starter, A/C compressor, power steering pump, fan clutch, flexplate.
Fluids	Drained before shipping. Refill with diesel-rated 15W-40 motor oil meeting Ford spec. Fill HPOP reservoir before first crank.
Core Note	No core charge. You are not required to return your old engine.

The Ford 7.3 Powerstroke was a direct fit in the following vehicles:

Ford F-250 Super Duty	1994 to 2003
Ford F-350 Super Duty	1994 to 2003
Ford F-450 Super Duty	1999 to 2003
Ford F-550 Super Duty	1999 to 2003
Ford Excursion	2000 to 2003
Ford E-250 Econoline Van	1995 to 2003
Ford E-350 Econoline Van	1995 to 2003
Ford E-450 Econoline Cutaway	1999 to 2003
Ford F-Series Chassis Cab	1994 to 2003

Transmission pairings: ZF S5-42 and ZF S6-650 manual, E4OD automatic (1994 to 1998), 4R100 automatic (1999 to 2003). Tell us your transmission so we confirm the correct flexplate or flywheel pattern at order.

Not sure if this fits? Call with your year, make, model, transmission, and current engine. Our team verifies fitment for every order before it ships, including correct turbo type, injector generation, and bell-housing pattern.

Every used 7.3 Powerstroke we ship goes through this process:

Compression test across all 8 cylinders, pressure per cylinder recorded
Visual inspection of block deck, heads, and oil galleries
HPOP output check and oil pressure recorded at idle and 1500 rpm
Turbocharger shaft play and wastegate function inspected
Injector O-ring and harness inspection
Coolant system pressure leak test, head gasket integrity verified
Year, casting numbers, and donor mileage documented when available

engine-family	Ford / Navistar T444E
configuration	2 valves per cylinder, V8 OHV
displacement	7.3L (444 cu in)
bore-x-stroke	4.11 in x 4.18 in
compression-ratio	17.5:1
aspiration	Turbocharged (1994.5 onward)
fuel-system	HEUI Direct Injection
fuel-type	Diesel
cooling-system	Liquid cooled
electrical-system	12 volt
production-years	1994 to 2003
horsepower	210 to 275 hp by year and calibration
torque	425 to 550 lb-ft by year and calibration
engine-weight	Approximately 920 lbs dry
condition	compression tested and inspected, Used OEM

FAQs

What vehicles use the 7.3 Powerstroke engine?

The 7.3 was factory installed in the Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks (1994 to 2003), the Ford Excursion (2000 to 2003), and the Ford E-250, E-350, and E-450 Econoline vans (1995 to 2003). It also appears in many Super Duty chassis cab applications.

How many miles can a 7.3 Powerstroke last?

With routine maintenance, oil changes every 5,000 miles, regular fuel filter changes, and quality fuel, a 7.3 Powerstroke regularly clears 400,000 to 500,000 miles on the original bottom end. Many units in commercial service exceed 700,000 miles.

Is the 7.3 better than the 6.0 or 6.4 Powerstroke?

For long-term reliability, yes. The 7.3 uses lower injection pressures, simpler emissions hardware, and a more durable bottom end than the 6.0 and 6.4 that replaced it. This is why used 7.3 prices remain strong twenty years after production ended.

What transmission options work with the 7.3?

ZF S5-42 and ZF S6-650 5-speed and 6-speed manual transmissions, E4OD 4-speed automatic (1994 to 1998), and 4R100 4-speed automatic (1999 to 2003). Tell us your transmission and we confirm the correct flexplate pattern.

Can the 7.3 be tuned or modified for more power?

Yes. With a tuner, larger injectors, and an upgraded turbo, the 7.3 platform regularly supports 400 to 600 hp on stock internals. Tell us if you are buying as a build core and we will discuss core selection.

How does shipping work?

Free crated freight delivery to all 50 US states. Typical transit is 5 to 10 business days. No residential surcharges. Call with your ZIP code for an exact transit estimate.

Is there a core charge?

No. You keep your old engine, no return required.

Do older 7.3 Powerstrokes meet current emissions rules?

Pre-2008 diesel engines like the 7.3 are exempt from many modern emissions regulations in most states. Always check local rules for your state and county.