Product Description
The BORGWARNER 169012 S400SX TURBOCHARGER is a proven high-performance diesel turbo built for serious towing, street, drag racing, and competition applications. Featuring a 64mm forged milled compressor wheel, 83mm turbine wheel, and a large 1.10 A/R T6 turbine housing, this S400SX delivers excellent airflow capability and strong top-end performance for high-horsepower diesel builds.
The S464/83 configuration is widely used in performance Cummins, Duramax, and Power Stroke applications where durability, airflow, and reliability are critical. BorgWarner’s proven S400SX platform provides outstanding efficiency, rugged bearing durability, and consistent boost performance under extreme operating conditions.
Designed for custom turbo kits and fabricated manifold setups, the BorgWarner 169012 is ideal for compound turbo systems, drag trucks, sled pullers, and aggressive street-driven diesel builds targeting substantial horsepower gains.
FEATURES
- Genuine BorgWarner S400SX turbocharger
- 64mm forged milled compressor wheel
- 83mm turbine wheel
- 1.10 A/R T6 divided turbine housing
- High-flow S400SX compressor design
- Excellent top-end airflow and boost response
- Ideal for competition, towing, compound setups, and high-horsepower applications
- Durable journal bearing center section
- Supports aggressive fueling and large injector setups
APPLICATIONS
- Custom 5.9L Cummins performance builds
- 6.7L Cummins high-horsepower applications
- Duramax competition and towing builds
- Power Stroke custom turbo setups
- Compound turbo systems
- Drag racing and sled pulling diesel trucks
Fitment Note: This is a universal performance turbocharger intended for custom applications requiring a T6 turbine flange configuration.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- BorgWarner 169012 S400SX turbocharger
- Factory-installed turbine housing
- Compressor housing
- Center rotating assembly
CROSS-REFERENCE & RELATED PRODUCTS
- BORGWARNER 171702 S467.7 S400SX TURBOCHARGER
- BORGWARNER S472 SX-E TURBOCHARGER
- CRAZY CARL'S PERFORMANCE TURBOS
- FLEECE PERFORMANCE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS
- BORGWARNER TURBOCHARGERS
WHY CHOOSE AN S400SX TURBO?
The BorgWarner S400SX platform is one of the most respected turbocharger families in diesel performance due to its reliability, airflow efficiency, and horsepower capability. The S464/83 setup offers excellent balance between spool-up and high-RPM airflow, making it a popular choice for serious street and competition diesel builds.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BorgWarner |
| Part Number | 169012 |
| Turbo Series | S400SX |
| Compressor Wheel | 64mm forged milled compressor wheel |
| Turbine Wheel | 83mm turbine wheel |
| Turbine Housing | 1.10 A/R T6 divided housing |
| Bearing Style | Journal bearing |
| Cooling | Oil-cooled |
| Application | Competition, towing, street performance, compound turbo builds |
| Condition | New |
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FAQ
What horsepower range is the BorgWarner 169012 S464 turbo commonly used for?
The S464/83 configuration is commonly used in performance diesel builds targeting approximately 650-850+ horsepower depending on engine setup, fueling, tuning, and turbo configuration.
Is the BorgWarner 169012 good for towing?
Yes. Many high-performance towing applications use S464 turbochargers because they provide strong airflow capability while maintaining reasonable drivability when paired with proper fueling and tuning.
Does this turbo use a T6 flange?
Yes. The BorgWarner 169012 uses a T6 divided turbine housing with a 1.10 A/R exhaust housing configuration.
Can this turbocharger be used in compound turbo setups?
Yes. The S400SX platform is commonly used in compound turbo systems for Cummins, Duramax, and Power Stroke applications.
