Well this looks official. Interesting that they are using the Super Stock moniker. Probably since they are only using it to introduce the 392 Hemi.
October 31, 2006
Challenger SS concept unveiled in Las Vegas
Scott Burgess / The Detroit News
Chrysler Group and its parts division Mopar unveiled its newest concept vehicle, the Dodge Challenger SS, and a revived a trio of crate engines Tuesday afternoon to mark the 50th anniversary of the classic 392 Hemi at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association trade show in Las Vegas.
The Challenger SS, which stands for Super Stock, is the second concept version of the legendary muscle car -- first revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit early this year. Chrysler Group plans to have 2008 production models ready in early 2008.
The 392 Hemi crate engines, which are powerplants customers can order through Mopar and install in their garage, out power even the biggest production Hemi in vehicles now. (The 6.1-liter Hemi creates 425-horsepower.) The carbureted 392 will crank out 540 horsepower and 490-feet-pounds of torque. The fuel-injected version will push 525-horses and 510-foot-pounds of torque.
"The 392 Hemi is a legend so rich in automotive tradition that hundreds, if not thousands, of books and accounts have been written about its historical significance," said Chris Cortez, senior vice president--Global Service & Parts, Chrysler Group in a press release.
The aftermarket trade show began today and runs through Friday.
Scott Burgess can be reached at 313-223-3217 or
sburgess@detnews.com.
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The 392 Hemi
Referred to as the 92, the 392 designation represents its 392 cubic-inches of displacement, which converts to roughtly a 6.4-liter engine. Prices were not available, but the 5.7-liter Hemi starts at just over $8,000 according to Mopar"s catalogue.
Three 392 Hemi's are available:
A Carbureted, 540-hp, 490-foot-pounds torque,
A Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection, 525-hp, 510-foot-pounds
A Long Block version
Technical specifications include:
Cast iron block
Aluminum heads
10.5:1 compression ratio
Plug and play wire harness
Distributorless coil on plug ignition system
Source: Mopar
The Challenger SS concept debuted Tuesday at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association trade show in Las Vegas. The drag racing version of the Challenger concept is powered by the 540-horsepower 392 Hemi.
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