In addition to disrupting vehicle production, another unfortunate consequence of the recent strike was that Stellantis canceled its display at the 2023 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. That is a shame because Dodge clearly had plans to show something that would show a path toward EV performance. Nevertheless, Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is happy to announce that Dodge’s Direct Connection parts division showed that they are not about to leave petrol performance behind with the announcement of the Hellephant C170 HEMI crate engine as well as several other high-performance crate engines previously seen in recent Dodge Challenger and Charger performance models.
The Hellephant C170 gets the top billing as it is nothing less than the same engine under the hood of the Dodge Challenger SRT 170, the last of the “Last Call” series of special Challengers and Chargers and the most powerful muscle car ever sold by a manufacturer. Yes, the Hellephant C170 is the same 6.2-liter HEMI V8 that could produce 1,025 horsepower and peak torque of 945 lb-ft. @ 4,200 when run on E85 ethanol blend. With an E10 blend, it is rated at 900 horsepower and 810 lb-ft of peak torque. The fully assembled Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine includes the C170 Long Block and features a new 3.0L IHI supercharger with an improved intercooler, 105mm throttle body, and a 3.02-inch pulley for increased boost, along with a new housing, blade, shaft and gear train, and other all component upgrades found in the C170. The MSRP for the fully complete engine is $27,695.
For those looking to do more with less, Direct Connection also announced the availability of several HEMI long blocks:
- Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine (part number: 68660541AA) is the engine of the world’s most powerful muscle car ever built, the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, and will soon be available through Direct Connection. The fully assembled Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine includes the C170 Long Block and features a new 3.0L IHI supercharger with an improved intercooler, larger snout, and a 3.02-inch pulley for increased boost, a 105mm throttle body with new housing, blade, shaft and geartrain, all component upgrades found in the C170 Long Block and more. MSRP: $27,695
- Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160620AA). The block to the famed C170 features upgraded cylinder heads with upgraded valve guide and seat material, upgraded pistons, upgraded connecting rods with new material, and revised bushing material to support increased combustion pressure. MSRP: $18,995
- Hellcrate Redeye 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160619AA). From the most powerful model before the 140, this block is Capable of 807 horsepower and 717 lb.-ft. of torque, and includes engine assembly components from cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, camshaft and lifters, oil pump, and pan, and front timing cover with harmonic balancer. MSRP: $12,995
- Hellcrate 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160618AA). The first Hellcat engine can boost performance to 717 horsepower and 656 lb.-ft. of torque and includes engine assembly components from the cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, camshaft and lifters, oil pump, and pan, and front timing cover with harmonic balancer. MSRP: $9,495
- 392 Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160617AA) Before the Hellcats took things to another level, this block was shown to be plenty capable on the streets with possible 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque and includes engine assembly components from the cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, and camshaft and lifters. MSRP: $6,995
- 345 Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160616AA). This was the heart of the legendary 345 (5.7L) HEMI engine introduced in the 2015 Dodge Challenger. The 345 Crate HEMI Long Block offers a foundation capable of unleashing 383 horsepower and 417 lb.-ft. of torque. MSRP: $4,495
- HurriCrate Cat 3 Twin Turbo Crate Long Block (part number: P5160622AA). Derived from the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine, it can handle up to 550 horsepower and a max of 531 lb.-ft. of torque at just 3,500 rpm. HurriCrates employ state-of-the-art engineering and technologies that include two low-inertia, high-flow turbochargers for rapid response to throttle inputs, Plasma Transfer Wire Arc (spray bore) coating in the cylinder bores for an ultra-thin, low-friction wear surface, and high-pressure direct fuel injection. MSRP: $8,995
- HurriCrate Cat 1 Twin Turbo Crate Long Block (part number: P5160621AA). Also derived from the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine, this block is capable of up to 420 horsepower and 468 Ib.-ft. of torque by 2,500 rpm, delivering more horsepower, more torque, and fewer emissions than many naturally aspirated V-8 engines. MSRP: $6,495
The Dodge brand has been synonymous with high performance, and that will not change. With these crate engines, Dodge-powered vehicles will continue to rule the roads and drag strips across the county. If you are ready for a project to pump up your ride, contact Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram’s Service Center for more information about these amazingly potent engines and blocks.
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