Direct Connection Reignites HEMI® Crate Engine Lineup With Relaunch of Supercharged 1,000-horsepower Hellephant, Race-ready Drag Pak Engines

Core Insights - Direct Connection is relaunching upgraded versions of the Hellephant A30 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine and the 354 Supercharged HEMI Drag Pak engine at the 2025 SEMA Show, emphasizing the growing demand for HEMI engine power [2][5][7] Product Details - The Hellephant A30 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine delivers 1,000 horsepower and 950 lb-ft of torque, featuring a newly designed GEN III aluminum engine block and precision CNC torque plate honed cylinders [3][6][8] - The 354 Supercharged Drag Pak HEMI engine, which powers the new Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak, includes high-performance components such as a forged-steel crankshaft and upgraded twin-screw supercharger [9][10][11] Ordering Information - Orders for both engines will open on November 4, 2025, at the SEMA Show, with the Hellephant engine expected to begin shipments in November and the Drag Pak engine having a delivery time of four to six weeks [5][7] Pricing - The Hellephant A30 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI engine is priced at $34,995, while the 354 Supercharged Drag Pak HEMI engine is available for $63,995 [8][11] Company Background - Direct Connection performance parts are now part of the reestablished Street and Racing Technology (SRT) Performance division, which oversees high-performance models and motorsports initiatives for Dodge and Ram [4][12]