TTH Upgrade Turbocharger for Garrett GTX3071 Gen.2 (Racing)
Mercedes-AMG M157 – up to 1000 hp
Extreme racing turbocharger upgrade for the AMG 5.5 liter V8 biturbo (M157) – uncompromising air delivery, maximum thermal load capacity and high-end performance for power levels up to approx. 1000 hp.
Description
This TTH racing turbocharger package for the Mercedes-AMG M157 5.5L V8 biturbo represents a consistent evolution of classic Stage 3 and hybrid solutions. It is based on a conversion to Garrett GTX3071 Gen.2 core assemblies (CHRA) , designed for maximum airflow, extreme RPMs, and maximum thermal stability. The system is aimed at uncompromising high-power projects where stock or hybrid turbochargers can no longer meet the performance requirements.
Conversion & Turbocharger Technology
- Upgrade to Garrett GTX3071 Gen.2 CHRA
- High-performance Garrett fuselage assemblies for extreme air handling
- Milled extended-tip compressor wheels
- High-performance turbines for maximum exhaust gas flow
- Reinforced bearings for very high speeds
- Optimized gap dimensions for maximum efficiency
- Inlet machining to reduce flow losses
- Fine balancing down to 0.05 g
- In-house TTH manufacturing and final inspection
Adjustments & Installation Instructions
- Oil and water connections need to be re-made.
- Peripheral adjustments are absolutely necessary
- Plug-and-play functionality is not available – individual modifications are necessary.
- Installation by specialized companies only is recommended.
Application area & performance
- Performance targets up to approximately 1000 hp (vehicle and setup dependent)
- Significantly increased airflow compared to OEM and hybrid chargers
- High boost pressure stability even under continuous load
- Designed for racetracks, events and high-power show cars
Advantages over hybrid and series chargers
- Significantly higher power reserve
- Superior thermal resistance
- Stable performance under extreme boost pressure
- Racing-proven Garrett & TTH technology
- Consistent design for maximum performance
compatibility
- Mercedes-AMG E63 / E63 S – W212 (M157)
- Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 / CLS 63 S – W218 (M157)
- Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 / GLE 63 S – W166 / X292 (M157)
- Mercedes-AMG S63 – W222 (M157)
- Mercedes-AMG SL63 – R231 (M157)
Suitable exclusively for vehicles with M157 5.5L V8 Biturbo engine .
Requirements
- High-performance fuel system (low & high pressure)
- Large charge air cooling is absolutely necessary
- Flow-optimized exhaust system required
- Individual engine and transmission software is indispensable.
- Reinforced auxiliary components are strongly recommended.
Notes
Racing equipment – not approved for use on public roads.
Not street legal. Intended exclusively for motorsport, racing, or export vehicles. Installation should only be carried out by a qualified specialist workshop .
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