Dodge Direct Connection Launches Hellephant A30 426 and Drag Pak 354 Supercharged Crate HEMI® Engine Blocks, Announces New 6.2L Supercharger Kits
Dodge is expanding its Direct Connection performance parts line with the launch of Hellephant A30 426 and Drag Pak 354 HEMI® engine blocks, along with three new supercharger kits for the 6.2-liter HEMI crate engine. The Hellephant A30 HEMI will be priced at $8,815 MSRP, while the Drag Pak 354 HEMI engine block will cost $10,570. The new Direct Connection 3.0L E85 Supercharger Kit, derived from the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, offers increased power potential with 30% more airflow and is priced at $11,995. All new products will be available for ordering in Q1 2025 through DCPerformance.com or certified Dodge Power Brokers dealerships.
Dodge sta ampliando la sua linea di parti prestazionali Direct Connection con il lancio del Hellephant A30 426 e dei blocchi motore Drag Pak 354 HEMI®, insieme a tre nuovi kit di sovralimentazione per il motore crate HEMI da 6,2 litri. L'Hellephant A30 HEMI avrà un prezzo di $8,815 MSRP, mentre il blocco motore Drag Pak 354 HEMI costerà $10,570. Il nuovo Kit Supercharger Direct Connection 3.0L E85, derivato dalla Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 del 2023, offre un potenziale di potenza aumentato con un 30% di flusso d'aria in più e sarà disponibile a $11,995. Tutti i nuovi prodotti saranno disponibili per l'ordine nel primo trimestre del 2025 tramite DCPerformance.com o presso i concessionari certificati Dodge Power Brokers.
Dodge está ampliando su línea de piezas de rendimiento Direct Connection con el lanzamiento del Hellephant A30 426 y de los bloques de motor Drag Pak 354 HEMI®, junto con tres nuevos kits de sobrealimentación para el motor HEMI crate de 6.2 litros. El Hellephant A30 HEMI tendrá un precio de $8,815 MSRP, mientras que el bloque de motor Drag Pak 354 HEMI costará $10,570. El nuevo Kit de Supercargador Direct Connection 3.0L E85, derivado del Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 de 2023, ofrece un potencial de potencia incrementado con un 30% más de flujo de aire y está valorado en $11,995. Todos los nuevos productos estarán disponibles para pedidos en el primer trimestre de 2025 a través de DCPerformance.com o en concesionarios certificados Dodge Power Brokers.
Dodge는 Hellephant A30 426과 Drag Pak 354 HEMI® 엔진 블록의 출시와 함께 Direct Connection 성능 부품 라인을 확대하고 있습니다. 6.2리터 HEMI 크레이트 엔진을 위한 새로운 슈퍼차저 키트도 3개 추가되었습니다. Hellephant A30 HEMI의 가격은 $8,815 MSRP이며, Drag Pak 354 HEMI 엔진 블록 가격은 $10,570입니다. 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170에서 파생된 새로운 Direct Connection 3.0L E85 슈퍼차저 키트는 공기 흐름을 30% 증가시켜 향상된 출력 가능성을 제공하며, 가격은 $11,995입니다. 모든 새로운 제품은 2025년 1분기부터 DCPerformance.com 또는 공인된 Dodge Power Brokers 대리점을 통해 주문할 수 있습니다.
Dodge élargit sa gamme de pièces de performance Direct Connection avec le lancement du Hellephant A30 426 et des blocs moteur Drag Pak 354 HEMI®, ainsi que trois nouveaux kits de suralimentation pour le moteur crate HEMI de 6,2 litres. Le Hellephant A30 HEMI sera au prix de 8 815 $ MSRP, tandis que le bloc moteur Drag Pak 354 HEMI coûtera 10 570 $. Le nouveau Kit de Suralimentation Direct Connection 3.0L E85, dérivé de la Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 de 2023, offre un potentiel de puissance accru avec 30 % de flux d'air en plus et est proposé à 11 995 $. Tous les nouveaux produits seront disponibles à la commande au premier trimestre 2025 via DCPerformance.com ou chez les concessionnaires certifiés Dodge Power Brokers.
Dodge erweitert seine Direct Connection Performance-Teile-Linie mit der Einführung des Hellephant A30 426 und der Drag Pak 354 HEMI® Motorblöcke, zusammen mit drei neuen Kompressorkits für den 6,2-Liter HEMI crate Motor. Der Preis für den Hellephant A30 HEMI beträgt $8,815 MSRP, während der Drag Pak 354 HEMI Motorblock $10,570 kosten wird. Das neue Direct Connection 3.0L E85 Supercharger Kit, abgeleitet vom 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, bietet ein erhöhtes Leistungspotenzial mit 30% mehr Luftdurchsatz und hat einen Preis von $11,995. Alle neuen Produkte werden im ersten Quartal 2025 zur Bestellung über DCPerformance.com oder bei zertifizierten Dodge Power Brokers Händlern verfügbar sein.
- Launch of new high-performance engine blocks expanding product portfolio
- New 3.0L E85 Supercharger Kit offers 30% more airflow compared to previous models
- Multiple price points for different customer segments ($8,815 to $11,995)
- Products backed by Mopar warranty providing customer assurance
- Products won't be available until Q1 2025, potentially delaying revenue generation
Insights
The launch of new high-performance engine blocks and supercharger kits represents a significant revenue opportunity for Stellantis's Dodge brand. The
This strategic expansion of Direct Connection's portfolio strengthens Dodge's position in the high-margin performance parts market. The timing aligns with the brand's transition toward electrification, maintaining revenue streams from traditional combustion engine enthusiasts while developing new electric vehicles. The factory warranty backing these products provides a competitive advantage over third-party manufacturers.
The specialty equipment aftermarket industry represents a $50+ billion market in the US. By offering factory-authorized performance parts through certified dealers, Stellantis captures higher-margin sales while maintaining quality control. The Direct Connection program's expansion indicates strong demand in the performance aftermarket segment despite the industry's gradual shift toward electrification.
The Q1 2025 product availability suggests careful inventory management and production planning. The pricing strategy positions these products as premium offerings, targeting enthusiasts willing to pay for factory-backed reliability and warranty coverage.
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. , Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
- Dodge expands brand's Direct Connection performance parts line with launch of Hellephant A30 and Drag Pak 354 HEMI® engine blocks orderable through Direct Connection as licensed products
- Both HEMI engine blocks feature all-new construction for improved strength, oiling and water jacket design
- Direct Connection also rolls out three new supercharger kits for the Direct Connection Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI crate engine
- First launched in 1974 and reborn in 2022 as Dodge brand's official source for high-performance parts, Direct Connection is celebrating 50 years in 2024
- New Direct Connection engine blocks and supercharger kits will be available for ordering in Q1 2025
- Direct Connection products are available at DCPerformance.com or through certified Dodge Power Brokers dealerships
Dodge is bolstering the brand's Direct Connection performance parts line, launching Hellephant A30 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI® and Drag Pak 354 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine blocks as licensed products through Direct Connection, as well as introducing a trio of new supercharger kits for Direct Connection Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI crate engines.
Hellephant A30 426 and Drag Pak 354 Supercharged Crate HEMI engines will be among the Direct Connection products on exhibit in the Mopar display at the 2024 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, scheduled for Nov. 5-8 in
"Dodge is celebrating 50 years of Direct Connection by growing our performance parts offerings for enthusiasts seeking more horsepower on the strip or on the street," said Matt McAlear, Dodge brand CEO – Stellantis. "With the launch of Hellephant A30 and Drag Pak 354 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine blocks, Direct Connection continues to expand the brand's portfolio of crate engine products."
Direct Connection first launched in 1974 and was reborn in 2022 as Dodge brand's official source for high-performance parts and technical expertise straight from the factory for a new generation of muscle-car enthusiasts looking for "ready to run" parts. Products are available at DCPerformance.com or through certified Dodge Power Brokers dealerships.
Hellephant A30 HEMI and Drag Pak 354 HEMI engine blocks will be available in various machined configurations to support custom engine builds through Callies Performance Products and orderable through DCPerformance.com. The Hellephant A30 HEMI will feature a
New Direct Connection engine blocks and supercharger kits will be available for ordering in Q1 2025. Additional product and ordering information is available at DCPerformance.com.
Direct Connection 6.2L Supercharger Kits
The Direct Connection portfolio is also expanding with a trio of supercharger kits that deliver leading performance and drivability to support a variety of enthusiast and racer vehicle build projects.
Direct Connection 3.0L E85 Supercharger Kit
Derived from the 1,025-horsepower and 950 lb.-ft. of torque 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, this IHI Supercharger provides increased power potential with
Features include:
- Direct Connection 3.0L IHI twin-screw supercharger
- 3.02-inch diameter pulley delivers
14% more overdrive compared to the Hellcat Redeye - 105 mm throttle body
- High-flow fuel injectors capable of providing 164 gallons per hour
- Ethanol sensor
- Gates supercharger drive belt
- All gaskets and hardware needed to install
- Installation instructions
- Part number: P5160624AA
- MSRP:
$11,995
Direct Connection 2.4L Supercharger Replacement Snout Kit
Derived from the 717-horsepower and 656 lb.-ft. of torque Hellcrate 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine, the 2.4L Supercharger snout kit includes:
- 2.4L Supercharger snout (supercharger pulley not included in kit)
- Gates supercharger drive belt
- All gaskets and hardware
- Installation instructions
- Part number: 68675006AA
- MSRP:
$1,095
Direct Connection 2.7L Supercharger Replacement Snout Kit
Derived from the 807-horsepower and 717 lb.-ft. of torque Direct Connection Hellcrate Redeye 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI engine, the 2.7L Supercharger snout kit features:
- 2.7L Supercharger snout (supercharger pulley not included in kit)
- Gates supercharger drive belt
- All gaskets and hardware
- Installation instructions
- Part number: 68675007AA
- MSRP:
$1,295
Direct Connection
The Direct Connection portfolio, available online and through the Dodge Power Brokers dealer network, includes Modern Performance, Crate Engine, Race and Vintage Muscle high-performance products for Dodge performance vehicles, offering factory street, strip and track performance parts developed by SRT engineers and backed by a Mopar warranty for peace of mind. Performance enthusiasts and racers can access the Direct Connection hotline at (800) 998-1110 for technical and race support. More information on Direct Connection and Dodge Power Brokers is available at DCPerformance.com.
Dodge//SRT
For 110 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Their influence continues today as Dodge, America's performance brand, shifts into high gear with a lineup that delivers unrivaled performance in each of the segments in which the brand competes while moving forward to a future that includes electrified muscle in the form of the next-generation, all-new Dodge Charger.
The next-generation Dodge Charger electrifies a legend, with the Charger retaining its title as the world's quickest and most powerful muscle car led by the all-new, all-electric 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack. The all-new Dodge Charger will also offer performance choices via multi-energy powertrain options including the 550-horsepower Dodge Charger SIXPACK H.O., powered by the 3.0L Twin Turbo Hurricane High Output engine.
Dodge also keeps its foot on the gas as a pure performance brand with the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, the most powerful SUV ever, and best-in-class standard performance in the compact utility vehicle segment with the Dodge Hornet.
Dodge is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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