Hellion Turbo made a major statement at SEMA 2017, and LSX Magazine was there to cover it.
The feature highlighted Hellion’s first-ever twin-turbo system for the sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro, giving LT1 Camaro owners a true bolt-on turbo option at a time when most forced-induction choices for the platform were supercharger-based.
Hellion developed the system to solve one of the biggest challenges Camaro owners faced when looking at turbocharging: custom fabrication. Rather than requiring one-off piping, welding, and permanent modifications, Hellion engineered the sixth-gen Camaro system to be completely bolt-on. No fabrication is required, and the installation is designed to be reversible for owners who want the ability to return the car to stock later.
The system comes equipped with twin Precision 6266 turbochargers capable of supporting up to 1,200 horsepower. Out of the box, the base setup is configured for 6 pounds of boost, enough to push an LT1 Camaro beyond 600 rear-wheel horsepower and more than 650 lb-ft of torque.
Beyond the power potential, LSX Magazine also highlighted the quality of the complete package. Hellion’s kit includes ceramic-coated charge pipes, a front-mount intercooler capable of supporting 1,200 horsepower, DEI turbo blankets, and available upgrades such as Turbosmart boost control, larger turbo options, and a sheet-metal intake manifold for owners looking to push the platform even further.
For sixth-gen Camaro owners, Hellion’s system opened the door to true twin-turbo performance without the uncertainty of a custom build. It delivered the power, efficiency, and adjustability turbo enthusiasts want while maintaining the fitment and finish expected from a complete Hellion system.
LSX Magazine’s SEMA 2017 coverage captured an important moment for the modern Camaro platform: the arrival of a bolt-on twin-turbo system built to take the LT1 well beyond factory performance levels.
