The Garrett GTX4202R is a large-frame ball bearing turbocharger built for enthusiasts chasing serious top-end power without sacrificing usable spool. It suits builds that demand a high-flowing compressor and turbine combination capable of supporting massive horsepower numbers, making it a top choice for dedicated performance and race applications. This is a turbo for builders who have outgrown mid-frame options and need a proven platform for extreme output.
Specifications
- Compressor Wheel Inducer: 75.8mm
- Compressor Wheel Exducer: 102.3mm
- Compressor Wheel Trim: 55
- Compressor Housing A/R: 0.60
- Compressor Frame: GT42R
- Compressor Inlet: 5″ Inlet
- Compressor Outlet: V-Band, 4.5″ OD (3.5″ ID)
- Turbine Wheel Inducer: 82mm
- Turbine Wheel Exducer: 75.1mm
- Turbine Wheel Trim: 84 trim
- Turbine Housing A/R: 1.28
- Turbine Housing Inlet: V-Band Inlet
- Turbine Housing Outlet: 4″ V-Band Outlet
- Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
- HP Capacity: Supports over 1,100HP
Performance & Application
The GTX4202R is engineered for high-output builds that require a large-frame compressor housing paired with a high-flow turbine section. Its ball bearing core design supports quick, efficient response for a turbo of this size, while the built-in ported shroud helps extend the compressor map for improved anti-surge characteristics. This configuration is best suited for serious performance and race applications where massive horsepower support is the priority. The V-Band inlet and outlet turbine housing design supports efficient exhaust flow for builds pushing well beyond four-digit horsepower figures.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What HP can the GTX4202R support?
- The GTX4202R supports over 1,100HP.
- Is the GTX4202R a ball bearing or journal bearing turbo?
- The GTX4202R is a ball bearing turbocharger.
- What is the turbine housing A/R ratio?
- The turbine housing features a 1.28 A/R with a V-Band inlet and a 4″ V-Band outlet.
- What compressor inlet and outlet does the GTX4202R use?
- The compressor housing features a 5″ inlet and a V-Band outlet with a 4.5″ outer diameter ring and 3.5″ tube.
For builders targeting extreme horsepower with a large-frame ball bearing platform, the GTX4202R delivers the flow capacity and durability needed to get there.




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