Once again the limits of horsepower have been challenged, as FuelTech set a new hub dyno record with the Szabolics Marchese Racing twin-turbo Pro Mod Camaro. The astonishing 5,395 horsepower achieved during testing is not just a number — it’s a testament to cutting-edge engineering and an unwavering drive to push boundaries.
“This thing is making 5,400 [horsepower] to the hubs — I guarantee you this thing is making 6,000-plus horses to the crankshaft,” said FuelTech’s Luis de Leon. That jaw-dropping power comes courtesy of Pro Line Racing’s newest innovation, the MH7 Hemi. This revolutionary engine platform elevates what was already world-class performance, leaving its predecessor, the MH6, in the dust.
This Pro Line Racing-powered Camaro is the latest addition to a series of Pro Mod builds that have made waves at FuelTech. A few weeks earlier, Andrew Zada’s Pro Mod achieved a then-record 5,362 horsepower on the same dyno. But, with the MH7 cylinder heads, Precision Turbo Next-Gen 98mm turbochargers, and TurboSmart’s electronic BoostGate 50 charge air valve, this new build raises the bar.
Beyond raw power, the car is a showcase of precision engineering. Built by RJ Race Cars, it incorporates a repositioned engine for improved balance and a robust FuelTech fuel system equipped with 720 lb/hr injectors. With 80 pounds of boost and peak power achieved at 8,800 rpm, this machine is built to dominate.
Safety proved paramount during testing, highlighting why dyno sessions are critical before hitting the track. During the record-setting pull, an oil line detached, spraying oil and creating what could have been a catastrophic failure. “If we were shaking down this car at the track, this thing would be on the wall. We may not have even completed the run,” de Leon said. This close call emphasized the importance of testing in a controlled environment.
The record-breaking Camaro owes its success to the collaboration of drag racing’s elite, including Mark Micke of M&M Transmissions, Frank Marchese of Dandy Engines, and Jose Gonzalez of El General Racing. Their expertise transformed vision into reality, resulting in a car that is not only powerful but also reliable under extreme conditions.
De Leon, clearly impressed, hinted at even more potential, saying: “Thia can go further. I’m impressed.” And with a flawless dyno session that included multiple runs pushing…
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