Unleashed Beast: How Hennessey's New Division is Redefining the Limits of Power
In the pantheon of automotive excellence, there arrives a moment that sets a new benchmark, reshaping the realm of possibility. Hennessey Performance, a titan in the industry known for its powerful vehicular transformations, has unveiled a division that promises to transcend the ordinary: the Hennessey Special Operations (HSO).
The HSO division is ushering in an era of ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-horsepower vehicles, offering a glimpse into the future of automotive engineering with its inaugural marvel, the Dodge Demon 1700 Twin-Turbo. This behemoth is not just a car; it's a clear declaration of Hennessey's relentless pursuit of power and exclusivity.
Constructed in limited numbers—only 15-20 vehicles per year—the HSO's creations can be commissioned through its newly launched website. Each vehicle is a testament to Hennessey's commitment to pushing the boundaries beyond what's conceivable.
John Hennessey, the founder and CEO of Hennessey Performance, shared, "Demand for our powerful vehicles over the past several years has been so strong that we had to evolve. Shifting from a high-volume tuning company to more of a specialized manufacturer, we've had to refocus on the ultra-high horsepower vehicles that cemented our reputation in the automotive world."
The Dodge Demon 1700 Twin-Turbo, the division's crown jewel, epitomizes this pivot. Starting with Hennessey’s own Demon 170, the team replaced the blower with a pair of turbochargers, elevating its power from 1,025 to an earth-shattering 1,700 horsepower. This incredible transformation is aimed at achieving a quarter-mile time of 7.9 seconds at 175 mph on E85 fuel, setting a new standard in the realm of speed.
With plans to build only 12 units of the Demon 1700 Twin-Turbo, Hennessey has priced this monumental upgrade at $200,000, excluding the cost of the donor Demon 170. This price tag reflects not just the vehicle’s unparalleled performance capabilities, but also its exclusivity and the craftsmanship that goes into every detail.
In unveiling the HSO division and the Demon 1700 Twin-Turbo, Hennessey Performance is not just introducing a new vehicle. It is offering an invitation to experience automotive power like never before, crafted for those who dare to defy limits and redefine what is possible on the road.
Source: Hennessey Performance