High-performance aftermarket crankshaft for the Nissan TB48DE gasoline engine. A superior forged steel replacement for OEM 12200-VC201 & 12200-VC20A. The perfect foundation for high-horsepower builds in the Nissan Patrol Y61.
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The Nissan TB48DE crankshaft (OEM: 12200-VC201) is a high-performance forged steel component designed for the 4.8L inline-6 engine.
It specifically addresses extreme RPM crank flex and snout snapping, fitting equipment including the Nissan Patrol Y61 (VTC 4800) and Safari.
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The Nissan TB48DE Forged Steel Crankshaft is an essential replacement and performance upgrade for the legendary 4.8L inline-6 engine. Widely used in the Nissan Patrol Y61 and Safari, this crankshaft is engineered to deliver unmatched durability and rotational stability, meeting the extreme demands of off-road driving, desert racing, and heavy towing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Crankshaft (Heavy Duty Forged) |
| Engine Capacity | 4.8L (4759 cc) Inline-6 Petrol |
| Stroke Length | 102.00 mm |
| Main Journal Diameter | 74.90 mm (Standard) |
| Rod Journal Diameter | 56.90 mm (Standard) |
| Material Grade | High-Tensile Forged Steel |
| Surface Treatment | Induction Hardened Journals |
| Dynamic Balancing | Computer-balanced for high RPM stability |
| OEM Reference | 12200-VC201 |
| Cross Reference | TB48 Forged Crankshaft, Patrol VTC 4800 Crank |
| Typical Applications | Nissan Patrol Y61 (GU), Safari (VTC 4800) |
In addition to TB48DE Crankshaft, we also provide other related models of cylinder heads and crankshafts, as shown in the following table:
| Model | Model | Model | Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| A12 | KR30 | PD6 | KA24 |
| ED33 | ND6 | PF6/PF6T | RD8 |
| FD6 | SD23 | SD22 | YD25 |
| FE6 | TD27 | H20-2 | K21 |
| KA20 | TD42 | K21/K50 | YD25T |
| NE6 | PE6/PE6T | K25 | RF8 |
| RF10 | RE8(9/10) | TB48 |
we can also develop customized/billet crankshaft per your drawing or samples
The most frequent physical failure in high-performance or heavy-off-road applications is crank flex, leading to catastrophic snapping or front snout keyway damage. This is usually caused by immense torsional vibration under extreme turbo boost or high RPMs common in Patrol Y61 desert tuning. Our forged steel crankshaft drastically increases structural rigidity to prevent these flex-induced fractures.
When installing this 4.8L crankshaft, critical parameters include meticulously verifying main bearing clearances (often set slightly looser for high-horsepower builds to maintain oil film) and ensuring the harmonic balancer is perfectly torqued to prevent snout fretting.
To withstand the violent cylinder pressures generated by modified TB48 engines, our crankshaft utilizes high-tensile forged steel instead of standard casting. The induction-hardened journals resist scoring and prevent spun bearings even when oil temperatures spike during severe dune bashing or racing.
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