8.0L V10 vs. 5.9L V8 Pistons and Connecting Rods

Dodge V10 and V8 Magnum engines share the same pistons and connecting rods. Both pistons have the same 53006045 casting number. Compression height is 1.612" for either engine. Connecting rods are the same 53005798 casting number. Rods are 6.123" in length in either engine. This means there are many aftermarket options for upgraded pistons and connecting rods for performance V10 builds.