Land Rover Cylinder Heads for Sale
Used & reconditioned Land Rover cylinder heads — Td5, 300Tdi, 2.7 & 3.0 TDV6, TDV8 & Ingenium. Bare or assembled, pressure-tested, nationwide delivery.
Buyer's tip: Two SA-common failure engines: the Td5 cracks heads and erodes injector walls (suppliers distinguish "old" thin-wall vs "new-762" thick-wall castings); and the 2.7/3.0 TDV6 drops valve seats and warps from overheating.
Land Rover Cylinder Heads We Supply
Used & reconditioned units sourced through our SA network. Every one is quoted to order — tap Enquire and we'll confirm fitment, condition and price for your vehicle.
PopularTd5 Cylinder Head (2.5)
LDF000890 / LDF500170
- •2.5L Td5 diesel, 10P/15P/18P
- •"Old" thin vs "new-762" thick casting
- •Bare or assembled
R6,500 – R13,950
300Tdi Cylinder Head (2.5)
ERR5027 / LDF000110
- •2.5L 300Tdi indirect-injection
- •Prone to hairline cracks between valves
- •Cheapest LR diesel head to recon
R4,500 – R10,000
Popular2.7 TDV6 Cylinder Head (per bank)
LR004427
- •One head per bank (V6)
- •Drops valve seats when overheated
- •Priced per single head
R7,000 – R16,000
3.0 TDV6/SDV6 Cylinder Head (per bank)
LR105294
- •Evolution of 2.7 head, per bank
- •Same seat-drop / crack risk
- •Priced per single head
R8,000 – R18,000
4.4 TDV8 Cylinder Head (per bank)
448DT head
- •4.4L V8 diesel, head per bank
- •Damage usually follows chain failure
- •Priced per single head
R9,000 – R22,000
Ingenium 2.0 Cylinder Head
LR073585 / 204DT
- •Single-head inline-4 Ingenium
- •Timing-chain-wear damage risk
- •Bare or assembled
R8,000 – R18,000
Images are illustrative. Prices are indicative SA used/reconditioned ranges — confirmed on enquiry.
Cylinder Heads Price Guide (SA)
| Model | Variant | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Defender / Disco 2 Td5 | 2.5 Td5 head (old / new-762) | R6,500 – R13,950 |
| Defender / Disco 1 300Tdi | 2.5 300Tdi head | R4,500 – R10,000 |
| Disco 3 / RR Sport 2.7 TDV6 | Head per bank | R7,000 – R16,000 |
| Disco 4 / RR 3.0 TDV6/SDV6 | Head per bank | R8,000 – R18,000 |
| Range Rover 4.4 TDV8/SDV8 | Head per bank | R9,000 – R22,000 |
| Disco Sport / Evoque / Velar | Ingenium 2.0 head | R8,000 – R18,000 |
Indicative used/reconditioned market ranges (2026). Your quote depends on exact spec, condition and availability.
Buying a Cylinder Head in South Africa
A cracked or warped cylinder head can sideline a Land Rover diesel, and Legit Auto Parts supplies used and reconditioned heads across the range — the Td5 in both the older and the improved '762' casting, the 300Tdi, the 2.7 and 3.0 TDV6, the 4.4 TDV8, and the Ingenium. Prices run from around R4,500 for a straightforward head up to roughly R22,000 for a recon TDV8 unit. Every head is tested, pressure-checked where appropriate, and couriered nationwide, quoted on what's in stock rather than off a fixed price.
The Td5 is notorious for cracking between the valve seats and for injector-wall erosion — which is exactly why the later '762' casting was introduced with improved cooling. If you're replacing a Td5 head, it's worth stepping up to the improved casting rather than fitting another of the original design that failed the same way. On the TDV6 the recurring problem is dropped valve seats, which can wreck a piston, so a recon head there needs its seats, valves and guides properly checked. Because head failures often ride alongside turbo trouble, it can make sense to price a reconditioned turbo at the same time; and if the bottom end is tired anyway, a used engine may be the better-value route.
Match your cylinder head by engine code and VIN, and be specific about Td5 casting type — the old and '762' heads look similar but differ where it counts. A 300Tdi head is a world apart from a 3.0 TDV6, so send us your VIN and engine number and we'll confirm the right head before you commit. Getting the fitment and gasket set right the first time saves a second strip-down.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Land Rover cylinder head cost in South Africa?
As a guide, a used or reconditioned head starts around R4,500 for the simpler units and rises to roughly R22,000 for a recon 4.4 TDV8 head. Td5, 300Tdi and TDV6 heads sit in between. Casting type and condition move the price, so we quote each head individually.
What's the difference between the old and '762' Td5 heads?
The original Td5 head is prone to cracking between the valve seats and to injector-wall erosion. Land Rover introduced the improved '762' casting with better cooling to address this. They fit the same engine, but if you're replacing a failed original it's worth stepping up to the '762' rather than fitting another head that can fail the same way.
Should I buy a used or reconditioned cylinder head?
A tested used head can be economical if it's sound and pressure-checks clean. A reconditioned head has had valves, seats and guides renewed and been pressure-tested — the safer choice given how the Td5 cracks and the TDV6 drops valve seats. We'll offer both with honest advice for your engine.
How is the cylinder head delivered nationwide?
Heads are couriered securely to anywhere in South Africa, typically arriving within 2 to 3 working days of the quote being accepted, with a tracking reference provided on dispatch.
How do I make sure the head fits my engine?
Match by engine code and VIN, and specify the Td5 casting type if that's your engine. A 300Tdi head is entirely different from a 3.0 TDV6, and the old versus '762' Td5 heads matter. Send us your VIN and engine number and we'll confirm the correct head before dispatch.
What's checked on a recon head and is it guaranteed?
A reconditioned head is pressure-tested for cracks, skimmed flat where needed, and has its valves, seats and guides inspected and renewed as required. Recon heads carry a warranty; used heads come with cover appropriate to their condition, with the exact terms written on your quote.
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Send us your vehicle details or VIN and we'll track down the right cylinder head — used or reconditioned, delivered to your door.