Mercedes R171 Intake Camshaft Right O/S M272 Petrol Engine A2720501401

The Mercedes R171 Intake Camshaft Right M272 is an original part from the Camshafts group, designed for Mercedes gasoline engines with the M272 unit. Precise manufacturing and factory cam geometry ensure correct control of intake camshaft phasing, which translates to stable engine operation and proper valve synchronization.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2720501401
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2720501401
• Substitutable numbers: A2720501401, A 272 050 14 01
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Camshaft
• Category: Camshafts

Intake Camshaft Purpose and Function

The presented right-side intake camshaft is a key component of the timing system in the M272 gasoline engine. It is responsible for controlling the opening of the intake valves, which directly affects the filling of cylinders with the fuel-air mixture, engine running smoothness, and its performance parameters. Using an original Mercedes component allows for maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the engine, including correct valve opening and closing times.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Camshaft

Using an original camshaft in a gasoline engine offers a number of tangible operational benefits:

• maintaining factory intake camshaft phasing characteristics,
• stable engine operation across the full RPM range,
• reducing the risk of rough idling and power loss,
• better cooperation with the factory engine control unit and injection system,
• maintaining correct geometry of cooperating elements (lifters, rockers, valves).

For users who expect predictable vehicle behavior and want to avoid problems associated with incorrect timing synchronization, choosing an original camshaft is a particularly beneficial solution.

Vehicle Placement and Engine System Compatibility

The right-side intake camshaft is designed for installation in a specific engine cylinder head, requiring correct installation direction and compatibility with the M272 engine design. Proper vehicle placement is important for:

• precise cooperation with timing gears and chain,
• correct setting of timing marks during installation,
• maintaining proper lubrication of cam working surfaces,
• preserving the appropriate rigidity and axial alignment of the entire system.

The component is designed for gasoline engines, meaning the cam profile is adapted to the operating characteristics of gasoline units – including higher rotational speeds and specific cylinder filling requirements.

Component Condition and Service Application

The offered camshaft comes from the secondary market, making it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• replacement of a worn or damaged camshaft in the M272 engine is necessary,
• symptoms of uneven engine operation related to the timing system appear,
• cylinder head repair is being carried out after a mechanical failure or lubrication system issues,
• it is important to maintain the original design without using aftermarket parts of uncertain quality.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and users who care about the technical integrity of their vehicle, a used original camshaft represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining factory engine performance parameters.

Mercedes Camshafts – System Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive engine repair or modernization in your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as additional camshafts, cam follower components, or camshaft phasing control components, check the available parts in the Mercedes Camshafts category.

For users interested in the broader context of using original components in premium cars, including the differences between standard and sport components, an article describing the characteristics of M and M Performance parts may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW M Performance: What's the Difference Between BMW M and Regular Parts?.