Garrett CHRA: GT2860R Special P/N: Garrett CHRA: GT2860R Special P/N: 835998-5005S

The Garrett GT2860R Special CHRA is a ball bearing center section built for enthusiasts who demand strong midrange response without sacrificing top-end pull. Designed as a drop-in core upgrade, it suits builders looking to rebuild or upgrade an existing GT28-series turbo with a proven high-flow configuration. This is the choice for serious performance applications that need both quick spool and sustained power delivery.

Specifications

• Compressor Wheel Size: 68mm
• Turbine Wheel Size: 64mm
• Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
• HP Capacity: 400+ hp
• Garrett P/N: 835998-5005S
• Also Known As: GT2860R Special

Performance & Application

This CHRA is engineered for applications targeting 400+ horsepower, delivering aggressive boost response thanks to its ball bearing center section. The 68mm compressor and 64mm turbine combination is tuned to provide peak efficiency across a wide RPM band, making it well suited for builds that need both strong low-end response and reliable high-RPM performance. Enthusiasts rebuilding or upgrading a GT28-series turbocharger will find this core section delivers the aggressive spool characteristics associated with the GTX-R Ball Bearing platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

What HP can the GT2860R Special CHRA support?

This CHRA is engineered for 400+ hp applications.

Is this a ball bearing or journal bearing unit?

The GT2860R Special CHRA uses a ball bearing center section.

What compressor and turbine wheel sizes does this CHRA use?

It features a 68mm compressor wheel and a 64mm turbine wheel.

What does GT2860R Special refer to?

GT2860R Special is the product name for Garrett CHRA part number 835998-5005S.

For builders who need aggressive boost response paired with proven ball bearing durability, the Garrett GT2860R Special CHRA delivers the high-flow performance foundation your 400+ hp build requires.