R35 GT-R is invited to the speed region of the limit...

Do you know what that means? Apparently, it means 800ps in Japanese. At least, that is what HKS promises with its GT800 kit for the R35 GT-R.

Given HKS’ excellent reputation and proven record developing products, we have faith that 800ps (more or less 800 hp) is a realistic figure for the GT800 kit. HKS does a lot of testing before releasing its products. Nonetheless, we will be conducting testing of our own so that you can be confident in the results.

The GT800 kit employs the GT II Turbine with “Symmetry Twin Turbo Layout”, designed and manufactured in-house at HKS exclusively for this kit. A special, heat resistant exhaust manifold was also developed to prevent problems due to excessive heat.

The GT800 kit does not include some key upgraded parts – notably fuel pumps, injectors, boost controller, engine internals or engine management. Through our own in-house development, we will find a solution for each of these key components – possibly through the HKS catalogue, but just as likely from our other trusted suppliers such as ViPEC or some new Insight Motorsports parts.

We will be offering this kit for our customers. Furthermore, we will be testing it on our test R35 GT-R using our in-house dyno as well as at Sydney International Dragway. Obviously, this level of improvement will require some modifications. So, we will keep you informed. Whatever works for us will be made available to our customers!

According to HKS, the R35 GT-R “goes to the ultimate speed range” with this kit; I suppose that means that 800-odd horses under the bonnet of an R35 GT-R should be a lot of fun! We will see!