Learn More About 4L80E’s Performance Specs and Construction
The 4L80E transmission was first brought to the masses in the year 1991 and served as an alternative for the highly popular TH400 transmission. Some new features were added to the 4L80E that were not present in the TH400, some of these were electronic controls, lock-up torque converter, and overdrive capability. Fun fact: It was created by General Motors. This transmission saw its use in the heavy-duty applications for almost all the GMC and Chevrolet trucks. That includes the Tahoe, Suburban, and also the Avalanche. This transmission was not just used in GM products, but was also used by some luxury brands, such as Aston Martin, Jaguar, Bentley and Rolls Royce. Finding 4L80E transmission rebuild kits has become much more convenient than before. 4L80E PERFORMANCE SPECS The 4L80E is basically a manual transmission that can reach a maximum engine input torque of about 440 lb-ft. It is also equipped with the ability to provide an output torque of up to 885 lb-ft. A number of o