TRD shows up in Vegas with 400-hp X-Runner Concept


One of Toyota's own efforts that will be on display at SEMA is this X-Runner Concept developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD). The new 2006 Tacoma X-Runner is already considered be a very capable sport truck, but TRD decided an Eaton Roots-type supercharger and air-to-liquid intercooler would make it even better. The package produces a stout 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft. of torque. TRD even had to modify the engine's internals with new pistons, connecting rods and camshafts to handle all that extra oomph. The X-Runner Concept wouldn't be a proper SEMA show vehicle if TRD didn't throw in HRE 20-inch three-piece wheels tucked underneath a lowered body.

Full mod list after the jump…

[Source: Toyota]

TOYOTA RACING DEVELOPMENT (TRD) X-RUNNER CONCEPT

  • Power increased to 400 hp and 350 lb.-ft of torque

  • TRD - designed supercharger & intercooler package featuring an Eaton Roots-type supercharger with an integrated air-to-liquid intercooler.

  • Fully functional hood scoop

  • TRD - modified internal engine components with new pistons, connecting rods, camshafts

  • Kaiten billet steel flywheel, 30% lighter than stock

  • Aisin heavy-duty ceramic metallic clutch

  • DC Sports true-dual polished stainless side-exit exhaust system

  • Lowered ride height with added underbody aerodynamic components

  • TRD 4-piston aluminum calipers front & rear using TRD 355 mm drilled rotors

  • RE wheels 3-piece forged aluminum 20 X 9.5 fronts & 20 X 10.5 rears with Pirelli P Zero Scorpion tires (front: 265/40/20 & rear: 295/45/20)

Share This Photo X