Description
The Champion Copper Plus Spark Plug 406 is engineered to deliver dependable ignition performance and long service life in a wide range of automotive applications. Featuring a copper core center electrode, this spark plug provides increased conductivity and precise heat control to support consistent combustion and good overall wear.
As part of the Champion Copper Plus line, the RV12YC is built for reliable replacement performance with superior corrosion resistance and construction designed to meet ISO and SAE standards. The copper core center electrode helps maintain accurate heat range control for longer plug life and dependable engine operation.
This spark plug features a tapered seat, J-gap ground electrode design, resistor construction, and a factory pre-gap of 0.040 in (1.03 mm) for reliable installation and stable ignition performance in compatible engines.
Features
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Copper core center electrode improves conductivity and heat control
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Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
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Champion Copper Plus design for dependable performance and durability
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Superior corrosion resistance for extended service life
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J-gap ground electrode design supports reliable spark performance
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Accurate heat range control helps extend spark plug life
Specifications
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Brand: Champion
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Part Number: 406
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Plug Type: RV12YC
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Classification: Champion Copper Plus
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Grade Type: Standard Replacement
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Part Description: Spark Plug
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Center Electrode Tip Material: Copper
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Center Electrode Design: Standard
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Center Electrode Diameter: 0.10 in
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Ground Electrode Quantity: 1
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Ground Electrode Tip Design: J Gap
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Ground Electrode Core Material: Nickel
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Ground Electrode Tip Material: Nickel
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Ground Electrode Material: Nickel Copper Alloy
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Pre-Gap Size: 0.040 in / 1.03 mm
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Hex Size: 0.625 in / 15.875 mm
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Insulator Height: 0.06 in
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Manufacturer Heat Range: 12
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Seat Type: Tapered
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Reach: 0.441 in
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Thread Diameter: 0.551 in / 14.000 mm
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Resistor Type: Yes
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Washer Included: No
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Electrical Terminal Type: Non-Removable Nut
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Skirt: No
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Hex Type: Hex
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Indexed: No
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Installed Height: 2.20 in
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Insulator Projection: 0.06 in
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Taper Diameter: 0.31 in
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Subject to Prop 65: No
Fitment
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Fits a wide range of Bricklin, Buick, Cadillac, Checker, Chevrolet, Dodge, Excalibur, Ford, GMC, Geo, Isuzu, Jeep, Laforza, Mercury, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and other compatible applications.
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Common uses include select GM 4.3L V6, 5.0L V8, 5.7L V8, and 7.4L V8 engines, along with select Ford 5.8L V8, 7.0L V8, and 7.5L V8 applications.
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Preserve the full application table from the original source for exact year, make, model, engine, and quantity requirements.