BORGWARNER 179180 S400SX TURBOCHARGER – S480/87, 1.25 A/R, T6 HOUSING

Product Description

BORGWARNER 179180 S400SX stacks serious airflow with an S480 compressor (80.30mm inducer) and 87mm turbine in a 1.25 A/R T6 twin-scroll housing—built to feed 4-digit horsepower diesel builds and compound setups that demand reliable, brute-force boost. Journal bearings, extended-tip aero, and adjustable housings make this a go-to for race trucks and aggressive street builds. 

BorgWarner 179180, S480 turbo, S400SX turbocharger, AirWerks S400, 80.30mm compressor, 87mm turbine, 1.25 A/R T6, twin scroll diesel turbo, compound turbo S300 S400, CPP Diesel BorgWarner

Key Highlights

• S480 (80.30mm inducer) compressor with extended-tip technology for big mass flow.
• 87mm turbine with T6, 1.25 A/R divided housing for top-end pull. 
• Journal-bearing center section; adjustable compressor/turbine orientation.

Fitment & Use-Cases

Universal performance turbocharger. Ideal as a high-HP single (roughly 1000–1500 WHP depending on fuel/air) or as the low-pressure “atmospheric” in S300/S400 compounds. Requires appropriate T6 manifold, downpipe, oil feed/return, and charge plumbing. 

Cross-Reference / Alternatives (BorgWarner on CPP only)

• BORGWARNER 179182 (S482/87, 1.25 A/R, T6)
• BORGWARNER 179176 (S476/87, 1.10 A/R, T6)
• BORGWARNER 179174 (S475/87, 1.10 A/R, T4)
• Shop all BorgWarner turbos & housings at CPP

Helpful Notes

• Listed on CPP with UPC: 840232701678; free-shipping eligible. Box dims listed as 24" x 24" x 24". 
• Common original turbine housing association: 178790 (1.25 A/R) noted by distributors. Verify before ordering. 

FAQ

Will this bolt to my stock manifold?

No. 179180 uses a divided T6 housing. You’ll need a matching T6 manifold and custom/downpipe fitment. 

How much power can it support?

With proper fuel/air, S480 builds commonly target ~110–125 lb/min and four-digit WHP. Exact results depend on the combo (fueling, cam, intercooler, elevation). 

What are the main wheel sizes?

Compressor inducer ~80.30mm (S480); turbine ~87.37mm OD with ~81.5mm exducer. 

Is it emissions legal?

Universal/off-road racing component. Not CARB-approved for on-road use; check local laws.

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Specifications for BORG WARNER 179180