12,000
horsepower
0 to 100
MPH in 0.8 seconds
2,330 lbs
pounds, total weight
13–15 gal
gallons of fuel per run
3.5-6 g
acceleration force
Car Breakdown
The Components
Car Breakdown
The Components
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Engine — The Powerhouse
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Chassis — The Foundation
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Supercharger — Force-Feeding Power
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Tires & Rear End — Putting Power to the Track
Engine — The Powerhouse
A 500-cubic-inch supercharged HEMI engine produces thousands of horsepower, sending enormous power to the rear wheels.
Chassis — The Foundation
The lightweight, specialized chassis provides strength and stability while protecting the driver during one of the most demanding forms of motorsports.
Supercharger — Force-Feeding Power
The massive supercharger forces air into the engine, allowing it to burn more fuel and generate the incredible power needed for a Top Fuel launch.
Tires & Rear End — Putting Power to the Track
Specialized rear tires are designed to transfer extreme horsepower.
