Ford Falcon BA BF FG model Variants – interesting facts
Model Variants
There are a number of variants of the Boss engine.
Boss 260
DOHC 4V per Cylinder, 9.5:1 compression, 6000 rpm limit
Boss 290 FG XR8
Balanced crank, different pistons rods and bearings, 10.5:1 compression, thicker gudgeon pin, stronger head bolts, better head gaskets, stainless valves, higher lift cams, larger fuel rails and higher flowing injectors, extra knock sensor,
Boss 302 FPV BF
As 290 with new cams, 10.8:1 compression
Boss 315 FPV FG
New cams, 11.0:1 compression, twin plate throttle body, RPM Limit increased to 6500rpm
Boss 302 FPV FG
As 315 with RPM Limit dropped back to 6000rpm
Barra 220 3V VVT
Not covered by this guide. 3V per cylinder with intake variable cam timing.
Barra 230 3V VVT
Increased compression ration
