The Garrett G45-1600 CHRA is a purpose-built center housing and rotating assembly for enthusiasts and race teams chasing serious horsepower without sacrificing throttle response. Built on Garrett’s proven G-Series platform, this CHRA is engineered for high-boost, competition-grade applications where spool-up speed and reliability under sustained load are non-negotiable. It’s the core of a build for anyone targeting big power numbers on a modified or race-prepped engine.
Specifications
- Compressor Wheel: 75mm
- Turbine Wheel: 68mm
- HP Capacity: 1600 HP
- Bearing System: Ball Bearing
- Garrett P/N: 860779-5019S
Performance & Application
The G45-1600 CHRA is designed for high-boost applications demanding both massive top-end capacity and quick response off the line. Its ball-bearing design delivers quick spool and reduced turbo lag compared to traditional journal-bearing setups, making it well-suited to competition and heavily modified engines. This CHRA is built for builders who need serious power capacity without giving up drivability during transient throttle response.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What HP can the G45-1600 CHRA support?
- The G45-1600 CHRA delivers up to 1600 HP capacity, making it ideal for high-boost applications.
- Is the G45-1600 CHRA a ball bearing or journal bearing design?
- It features a ball-bearing design for quick spool and responsive turbo lag reduction.
- What size are the compressor and turbine wheels?
- The G45-1600 CHRA uses a 75mm compressor wheel and a 68mm turbine wheel.
- What applications is the G45-1600 CHRA best suited for?
- It’s ideal for high-boost applications on competition and modified engines.
For builds where 1600 HP capacity and ball-bearing responsiveness are the mission, the Garrett G45-1600 CHRA delivers the performance foundation serious competitors demand.

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