Product Description
The CPP COMPETITION CUMMINS CYLINDER HEAD is built for serious diesel enthusiasts demanding maximum durability, improved airflow, and superior valvetrain stability under extreme cylinder pressure and elevated boost conditions. Designed for high-performance towing, street performance, sled pulling, drag racing, and competition applications, this cylinder head package is engineered to support aggressive fueling and turbocharger combinations on both 12-valve and 24-valve Cummins platforms.
Whether you are building a reliable tow rig, compound turbo street truck, or a four-digit horsepower competition setup, the CPP Competition Cylinder Head is designed to outperform stock castings while helping improve combustion efficiency, airflow, and long-term reliability. This head package is intended for customers who demand more from their Cummins engine than factory components can provide.
High horsepower Cummins engines generate tremendous cylinder pressure and heat. Factory cylinder heads often become a limitation once fueling, airflow, RPM, and boost levels increase. The CPP Competition Head addresses those weak points with upgraded machining, improved valvetrain control, and performance-focused enhancements designed specifically for modern diesel power demands.
Why Choose The CPP Competition Cummins Head?
- Designed for extreme horsepower and heavy towing applications
- Supports high boost compound turbo and large single turbo setups
- Improves airflow and combustion efficiency
- Enhanced valvetrain stability for elevated RPM operation
- Ideal for street, towing, drag racing, sled pulling, and competition use
- Built for 12V, VP44, Common Rail, and 6.7L Cummins platforms
- Performance-focused machining and assembly procedures
- Engineered to withstand elevated cylinder pressure
- Excellent upgrade for performance camshaft combinations
- Designed to support serious fueling upgrades
Competition Advantages Over Stock Cylinder Heads
As horsepower increases, stock Cummins cylinder heads can struggle with airflow limitations, valve control, thermal stress, and head gasket sealing. Competition cylinder heads are engineered to help reduce these issues while maximizing engine efficiency and durability.
- Improved intake and exhaust airflow characteristics
- Reduced restriction under heavy fueling conditions
- Better support for large injector and turbocharger combinations
- Increased reliability under sustained towing or competition abuse
- Enhanced valve control at elevated RPM levels
- Designed for higher cylinder pressure environments
Fitment
- 1989-1998 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins 12-Valve
- 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins 24-Valve VP44
- 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins Common Rail
- 2007.5-2018 Dodge Ram 6.7L Cummins
Ideal Applications
- High performance street trucks
- Heavy towing builds
- Compound turbo Cummins setups
- Sled pulling trucks
- Drag racing applications
- Daily driven high horsepower trucks
- Competition diesel builds
Recommended Supporting Upgrades
- Cummins Camshafts
- Cummins Valve Springs
- Cummins Pushrods
- Cummins Head Studs
- Compound Turbo Kits
- Performance Fuel Injectors
Built To Compete
The modern diesel performance market has evolved dramatically. Today’s Cummins builds regularly exceed power levels that factory engineers never intended. The CPP Competition Cylinder Head is designed to provide the airflow capability, valvetrain control, and structural integrity needed to survive under extreme operating conditions while helping unlock additional horsepower potential.
From aggressive street trucks to dedicated competition vehicles, this cylinder head package is designed for enthusiasts who refuse to settle for average performance.
Specifications for CPP COMPETITION CUMMINS CYLINDER HEAD
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Range | 1989-2018 Dodge Ram Cummins |
| Engine Compatibility | 5.9L & 6.7L Cummins |
| Valvetrain Compatibility | 12V & 24V Cummins |
| Usage | Street, Towing, Competition |
| Performance Level | High Horsepower / Competition |
| Brand | CPP Diesel |
| Retail Price | $2,799.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the CPP Competition Cylinder Head different from a stock Cummins head?
The CPP Competition Head is designed for significantly higher cylinder pressure, increased airflow demand, and elevated RPM operation compared to stock factory cylinder heads. It is intended for high-performance diesel applications where factory components become a limitation.
Is this cylinder head good for towing applications?
Yes. While designed for performance, the CPP Competition Head is also an excellent choice for heavy towing applications where reliability and thermal stability are critical under sustained load.
Can this cylinder head support compound turbo setups?
Absolutely. This head is designed to support high airflow and elevated boost pressures commonly found in compound turbo and large single turbo Cummins builds.
Will this work on both 12V and 24V Cummins engines?
Yes. This product line is designed for multiple Cummins platforms ranging from 1989-2018 including 12-valve, VP44 24-valve, Common Rail, and 6.7L applications.
Is this intended for race-only applications?
No. While capable of supporting competition-level horsepower, this cylinder head is also ideal for performance street trucks and heavy towing builds seeking improved reliability and airflow capability.
Do I need upgraded valve springs and pushrods?
Upgraded valvetrain components are highly recommended for performance applications, especially on engines running upgraded camshafts, elevated RPM, larger injectors, and higher boost levels.
Why are performance cylinder heads important on high horsepower Cummins engines?
As fueling and boost pressure increase, factory cylinder heads can become restrictive and vulnerable to sealing or thermal issues. A performance cylinder head helps improve airflow, combustion efficiency, and overall durability under demanding operating conditions.
