Short block

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005233",
  "term": "Short block",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An engine assembly consisting of the engine block, crankshaft, connecting rods, and pistons, but without the cylinder heads, camshaft, or other ancillary components. This partial assembly is often sold as a replacement unit for engines requiring major internal repairs. A short block provides the core rotating assembly of an engine.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Short Block",
    "es": "bloque corto",
    "fr": "bloc moteur nu"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/short-block/"
}