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Climbcat Apex Predator
2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat
The Climbcat Apex Predator reimagines the 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat as a hillclimb-focused machine, engineered for aggressive ascents on tight, technical mountain roads. Its carbon-kevlar widebody increases track width by 360mm, optimizing lateral grip and precision through steep switchbacks. Every panel—from the vented hood with a central NACA scoop to the seamless rear hatch with multi-slat louvers—works in concert to balance cooling and aerodynamic stability, emphasizing function over flair.
Beneath the sculpted exterior lies an extensively tuned 6.2L supercharged V8, optimized for immediate throttle response rather than peak horsepower, paired with race-grade suspension and forged wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. The active aero package, featuring a hydraulically adjustable bi-plane rear wing and an undertray diffuser, ensures maximum downforce and stability on rapid elevation changes, making the Climbcat Apex Predator a formidable contender on the Goodwood hill climb circuit.
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Technical Dossier
Platform
2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat
The 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat stands as a modern American muscle icon, blending retro-inspired design with brutal performance. Underneath its aggressive lines lies a wide, heavy platform engineered for raw power—built on a modified LX platform that supports its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 and delivers a commanding presence on both street and strip. The Challenger’s layout emphasizes a long hood and a broad stance, marrying classic proportions with contemporary suspension tuning to balance straight-line speed with surprising road manners.
Aero Package
Hydraulically adjustable multi-element carbon fiber front splitter
Large fixed forged carbon fiber bi-plane rear wing with NACA ducts and winglets
900mm undertray diffuser with integrated side scoops
Side skirt ram-air ducts feeding intercooler and rear brake cooling
Chassis
Built specifically for Goodwood-style hillclimb events, the Climbcat Apex Predator excels on narrow, elevation-intensive courses that demand rapid direction changes and precise throttle modulation. The wide track and aggressive camber settings (-5° front, -4° rear) combined with the aerodynamic package provide exceptional grip and downforce through tight switchbacks and high-speed straights alike. The integrated cooling solutions ensure consistent performance over sustained climbs, even in variable weather conditions.
Wheels & Tires
Front: 19x11 forged BBS FI-R wheels with 345/35ZR19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
Rear: 19x12 forged BBS FI-R wheels with 355/35ZR19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
Powertrain
Modified 6.2L supercharged V8 with twin-scroll supercharger optimized for rapid spool-up
Bespoke dry-sump oiling system with integrated centrifugal oil coolers
Top-mount carbon fiber multi-chamber intercooler fed directly by hood scoop
ECU recalibrated for torque-biased delivery and throttle responsiveness
Fabrication Notes
Carbon-kevlar widebody panels hand-laid for lightweight strength and heat resistance
Tubular carbon composite reinforced control arms to reduce unsprung mass
Hydraulic actuators integrated for dynamic front splitter and rear wing angle adjustment
Custom vented fenders and louvers precisely tuned via CFD for optimized airflow
Design Philosophy
The Climbcat Apex Predator reimagines the 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat as a hillclimb-focused machine, engineered for aggressive ascents on tight, technical mountain roads. Its carbon-kevlar widebody increases track width by 360mm, optimizing lateral grip and precision through steep switchbacks. Every panel—from the vented hood with a central NACA scoop to the seamless rear hatch with multi-slat louvers—works in concert to balance cooling and aerodynamic stability, emphasizing function over flair.
Beneath the sculpted exterior lies an extensively tuned 6.2L supercharged V8, optimized for immediate throttle response rather than peak horsepower, paired with race-grade suspension and forged wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. The active aero package, featuring a hydraulically adjustable bi-plane rear wing and an undertray diffuser, ensures maximum downforce and stability on rapid elevation changes, making the Climbcat Apex Predator a formidable contender on the Goodwood hill climb circuit.
▧Platform+
2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat
The 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat stands as a modern American muscle icon, blending retro-inspired design with brutal performance. Underneath its aggressive lines lies a wide, heavy platform engineered for raw power—built on a modified LX platform that supports its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 and delivers a commanding presence on both street and strip. The Challenger’s layout emphasizes a long hood and a broad stance, marrying classic proportions with contemporary suspension tuning to balance straight-line speed with surprising road manners.
⌘Aero Package+
Hydraulically adjustable multi-element carbon fiber front splitter
Large fixed forged carbon fiber bi-plane rear wing with NACA ducts and winglets
900mm undertray diffuser with integrated side scoops
Side skirt ram-air ducts feeding intercooler and rear brake cooling
⟡Chassis+
Built specifically for Goodwood-style hillclimb events, the Climbcat Apex Predator excels on narrow, elevation-intensive courses that demand rapid direction changes and precise throttle modulation. The wide track and aggressive camber settings (-5° front, -4° rear) combined with the aerodynamic package provide exceptional grip and downforce through tight switchbacks and high-speed straights alike. The integrated cooling solutions ensure consistent performance over sustained climbs, even in variable weather conditions.
◎Wheels & Tires+
Front: 19x11 forged BBS FI-R wheels with 345/35ZR19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
Rear: 19x12 forged BBS FI-R wheels with 355/35ZR19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
▤Powertrain+
Modified 6.2L supercharged V8 with twin-scroll supercharger optimized for rapid spool-up
Bespoke dry-sump oiling system with integrated centrifugal oil coolers
Top-mount carbon fiber multi-chamber intercooler fed directly by hood scoop
ECU recalibrated for torque-biased delivery and throttle responsiveness
△Fabrication Notes+
Carbon-kevlar widebody panels hand-laid for lightweight strength and heat resistance
Tubular carbon composite reinforced control arms to reduce unsprung mass
Hydraulic actuators integrated for dynamic front splitter and rear wing angle adjustment
Custom vented fenders and louvers precisely tuned via CFD for optimized airflow
×Design Philosophy+
The Climbcat Apex Predator reimagines the 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat as a hillclimb-focused machine, engineered for aggressive ascents on tight, technical mountain roads. Its carbon-kevlar widebody increases track width by 360mm, optimizing lateral grip and precision through steep switchbacks. Every panel—from the vented hood with a central NACA scoop to the seamless rear hatch with multi-slat louvers—works in concert to balance cooling and aerodynamic stability, emphasizing function over flair.
Beneath the sculpted exterior lies an extensively tuned 6.2L supercharged V8, optimized for immediate throttle response rather than peak horsepower, paired with race-grade suspension and forged wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. The active aero package, featuring a hydraulically adjustable bi-plane rear wing and an undertray diffuser, ensures maximum downforce and stability on rapid elevation changes, making the Climbcat Apex Predator a formidable contender on the Goodwood hill climb circuit.
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