Nissan GT-R Turbos R32 , R33, R34, R35

Stockish RB26 with N1 turbos, Tomei cast exhaust manifolds, HPI 76 mm outlet pipes. 

Looking to boost the performance of your Nissan Skyline GT-R? Understanding the stock and aftermarket turbo options is crucial. This guide provides information on turbo upgrades for the iconic R32, R33, R34, and R35 GT-R models.

Mines MB7 engine with twin turbos

Stock RB26DETT Turbo Limitations (R32, R33, R34):

The legendary RB26DETT engine, found in the R32, R33, and R34 GT-Rs, came equipped with twin ceramic turbos. While capable of impressive performance, these stock turbos have limitations:

  • Ceramic Exhaust Wheel Failure:
    • Running boost levels above 1.1 bar (approximately 16 psi) significantly increases the risk of the ceramic exhaust wheel breaking off. This can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
  • Stock Boost Levels:
    • The stock peak boost levels for these models are:
      • R32 GT-R: Approximately 0.8 bar (11.5 psi)
      • R33 GT-R: Approximately 0.9 bar (13 psi)
      • R34 GT-R: Approximately 1.0 bar (14.5 psi)
  • Performance Potential:
    • While pushing the limits, some enthusiasts have achieved low 12-second and high 11-second quarter-mile times on stock turbos. However, this is not recommended for long-term reliability.
Lots of bolt on RB26dett turbos
Lots of bolt on turbos for an RB26dett

Turbos in 2020
Turbos in 2023

Steel wheel on the left, ceramic on the right. Notice the shape of the “nut” on the end
Nissan Skyline GT-R Turbocharger Part Numbers
Part Part Number Designed Output
BNR32 Stock Ceramic (1989-1991) 14411-05U20
BNR32 Stock Ceramic (1991-1993) 14411-05U21
BNR32 Stock Ceramic (1991-1993) 14411-05U22
BNR32 NISMO OEM 14411-06U00 300PS 
BCNR33 N1 14411-24U10 280 PS
NISMO GT LeMans 14411-RS581 320 PS

Turbo inlet gasket RB26 T28 –  14465-54C00

Twin Turbo gasket kit –14401-05U25
Exhaust manifold turbo locking tab 14495-17F00

14411-24U04 – Standard R33 GT-R turbochargers

OEM Nissan Skyline GT-R turbo according to FIA Group A documentation

14411-05U20 aftermarket replacement compressor wheel

TE27 turbo replacement part numbers (all discontinued)

14411-RS581

Late N1 turbo with its itty bitty compressor wheel

OEM NISMO turbo. 14411-06U00

HKS GT-RS Turbo aka 2871-R

R32 , R33 , R34 Exhaust manifold
Stock exhaust manifold on the left, ported,
 modified N1 manifold on the right
The exhaust manifold on the left side of the picture is a stock R32,R33, R34 piece.
On the right is a modified N1 exhaust manifold from a Nismo built Super Taikyu car.
You can see bracing between the manifold flanges, and the larger hole for the turbo “foot”.
The N1 Super Taikyu car also used individual exhaust gaskets.
The normal exhaust gasket is one piece for each three cylinders.
 
 Brand: Nismo

Product: RB26DETT Engine Parts – R1 Turbo Kit
Part Num: 1441A-RSR45


SPECIFICATIONS:
Compressor:
– Housing: T3 (A/R 0.42)
– Wheel: T3 (trim 55)
Bearing: Ball bearing
Turbine:
– Housing: T25 (A/R 0.64)
– Wheel : GT25 (trim 62)
Actuator: Reinforced spring, adjustable rod
Max. efficiency: 73%
Max. air pressure ratio (at boost pressure): 103% (1.35kg/cm2)
Designed output: 280PS(2)


PRODUCT NOTES:
– For Skyline GT-R (BNR34) vehicles for N1 racing- Reinforced actuator set included (nozzle opening pressure: 635mm Hg/0.33mm, 760mm Hg/4.0mm)- One vehicle set (two turbo units)/exchange gaskets/necessary piping
– Use of this product requires adjustment of boost pressure and engine control unit before use.



Garrett bolt on turbochargers for RB26DETT

Stock vs GT-RS vs 2835

Garrett GT-RS equivalent  2871-10 or 707160-10
  • Over 500 wheel horsepower on an RB in a pair
  • Should be used with a 2.8 or larger engine
  • Can surge at part throttle
Stock vs 2530 (2860-5)






Garrett 2530 equivalent 2860-5 or 707160-5

  • Up to about 500 wheel horsepower on an RB in a pair
  • Great upgrade for a 2.6 liter

Garrett N1 equivalent 2860-7 or 707160-7

  • Up to about 400 wheel horsepower on an RB in a pair
  • Used on the N1 cars
  • Good response

More Garrett turbochargers.

Billet wheels vs cast compressor wheels. 

  •  A Billet Compressor Wheel compared to a Cast Compressor Wheel offers NO GAIN in performance by its material alone. Some have argued that they can be made lighter for better spool, or that they can be made with more aggressive fin designed due to there better sheer strength. While that MIGHT be true, we have seen no conclusive evidence or study that has proven this so we have to rule it out for now and say it’s NOT FACTUAL even though it MIGHT be true.

Billet wheels CAN, again that is CAN, perform better. Because they can be a low production run of wheels, there flow and performance can be tailored to running a specific pressure ratio (PR) or to have a certain amount of peak flow, or surge line capability, or be able to jump on new blade design technology faster since there is no need to delay the technology getting to market because of setting up machining and tooling.

2024 Turbo chart. Inducer and Exducer sizes in mm.  lb/min in airflow

As a general rule, a turbocharged gasoline engine can produce approximately 9.5 to 10.5 horsepower (at the flywheel) for every pound per minute (lb/min) of airflow. Therefore, to estimate the horsepower output based on airflow, you can multiply the airflow in lb/min by this range (9.5-10.5). For example, if your turbocharger flows 40 lb/min, you can expect to produce around 380 to 420 horsepower. 

HKS turbochargers
Turbo Output Compressor Wheel Compressor Housing Turbine Wheel Exhaust Housing
PS Trim Inducer (mm) Major (mm) Inlet (mm) Outlet (mm) A/R Trim Major (mm) Exducer (mm) Inlet Flange Oulet Flange A/R
GT-SS 280 60 46.6 60.1 0.60 76 53.8 47 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
GT2510 300 63 47.7 60.1 60 50 0.60 62 53 41.7 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
T3 Internal – Skyline Type 0.64
GT2530 320 63 47.7 60.1 60 50 0.60 76 53.8 47 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
T3 Internal – Skyline Type 0.64
GT2535 340 56 51.6 69 60 50 0.60 76 53.8 47 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
0.86
T3 Internal – Skyline Type 0.64
GT2540 350 46 51.7 76.2 60 50 0.60 76 53.8 47 T3 Internal – Skyline Type 0.64
GT2540R 360 46 51.7 76.2 70 50 0.50 76 53.8 47 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
370 0.86
GT-RS 400 52 51.2 71.1 60 50 0.60 76 53.8 47 GT25 Internal – GT25 0.64
GT2835 380 48 49.3 71.1 70 50 0.50 84 56.5 51.8 GT25 Internal – GT28 84 trim 0.64
0.86
400 52 51.2 71.1 70 50 0.50 External – GT30 0.61
0.73
0.87
410 56 53.1 71.1 70 50 0.50 1.01
1.12
GT2835Pro 420 56 53.1 71.1 100 50 0.50 84 56.5 51.8 T3 GT-Pro Type 0.68
GT2835ProS 420 56 53.1 71.1 100 50 0.50 84 56.5 51.8 T3 GT-Pro Type 0.68
0.87
GT2835R 420 56 53.1 71.1 100 50 0.50 90 56.5 53.6 GT25 Internal – GT28 90 trim 0.86
External – GT30 0.61
0.73
0.87
1.01
1.12
GT3037ProS 480 56 57 76.2 100 50 0.60 84 60 55 T3 GT-Pro Type 0.68
0.87
480 56 57 76.2 100 50 0.60 84 60 55 1JZ (VVT-i) GT-Pro Type 0.68
0.87
GT3037 420 48 52.8 76.2 70 50 0.60 84 60 55 GT25 External – GT30 0.61
440 52 55 76.2 70 50 0.60 0.73
470 56 57 76.2 70 50 0.60 0.87
GT3037S 450 52 55 76.2 100 50 0.60 1.01
480 56 57 76.2 100 50 0.60 1.12
GT3040 500 50 58 82 100 60 0.70
GT3240 580 54 60.3 82 100 60 0.70 84 54 58.7 GT25 External – GT30 0.87

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Apex – IHI turbochargers

AX TURBINE/RX6B TURBO CHARGER statistics chart
MODEL Bearing system Supercharging pressure Control control equipment Correspondence with 1 machine Output (PS) Compressor wheel Compressor housing Turbine wheel Turbine housing Actuator
Trim Entrance diameter (Mm) Major diameter (Mm) Entrance diameter (Mm) Exit diameter (Mm) A/R (Mm) Trim Major diameter (Mm) Exit diameter (Mm) Entrance flange Exit flange A/R (Mm) Material Pilot by-pass Diameter (mm) Type Set pressure (MmHg)
AX53B60 STD Ball bearing Actuator 340 57 46 60 φ 60 φ 50 19 82 53 48 T25 SR20 exclusive use (S14) 22 High silicon 26 STD 570
25
13.4 T25 RB26 exclusive use 18 26 570
21
20 EJ20 exclusive use EJ20 exclusive use 20 24 570
Racing 13.4 T25 RB26 exclusive use 18 ニレジスト D5S 27 Strengthening type 750
21
AX53B70 STD Ball bearing Actuator 380 57 53 70 φ 60 φ 50 19 82 53 48 T25 SR20 exclusive use (S14) 22 High silicon 26 STD 570
25
13.4 T25 RB26 exclusive use 21 26 570
19 T3 RB20/25 exclusive use 22 24 570
25
19 EJ20 exclusive use EJ20 exclusive use 18 24 570
Racing 19 T25 SR20 exclusive use (S14) 22 ニレジスト D5S 28 Strengthening type 750
25
RX6B TCW15 Ball bearing West gate 440 48 54 78 φ 70 φ 60 21 87 61 57 RX6B RX6B 13 High silicon
TCW10 500 57 59 78 φ 70 φ 60 21 87 61 57 16
TCW76L 520 47 56 82 φ 75 φ 63.5 21 87 61 57 18
TCW77L 560 55 61 82 φ 75 φ 63.5 21 87 61 57 20
TCW76LS 520 47 56 82 φ 90 φ 63.5 21 87 61 57 22
TCW77LS 560 55 61 82 φ 90 φ 63.5 21 87 61 57 25
27
AX75F82 STD Floating metal West gate 640 61 64 82 φ 100 φ 60 17.8 76 74.1 64.5 T4 and 1 port Inserting type inside diameter φ 73, major diameter φ 90.5 25 High silicon
AX75F92 STD Floating metal West gate 730 50 65 92 φ 100 φ 60 17.8 89 74.1 70 T4 and 1 port Inserting type inside diameter φ 73, major diameter φ 90.5 25 High silicon
* As for the AX53B series turbine specification differs each every kit.
The RX6B series has set conformity turbine size each every kit.
Each commodity concerning details please inquire.

Turbo-info-full

turbochart200to1000-custom-size-800-456

The following charts below are in no means scientific. They are done on different days, different cars, different setups. What we are looking at is overall ideas.

Many different turbos. Points picked from dyno charts and plotted

Same chart broken out to several old single turbo setups.

R35 GT-R

turbo (1)

Standard Spec V HKS-TF
COMP  Trim 60T  60T 64T
IN(mm) 43.4  46.5  46.5
OUT(mm)  56  60  60 
Number of blades 12  12  12 
EXH Trim 57T  82T  57T
IN(mm) 53  53  53
OUT(mm)  39.8  48  39.8 
Number of blades 9 11  9 + cutback


edit-I am not sure this is the standard GT-R turbo, it specs out more like the SpecV turbocharger

Uses an IHI turbo, with an integrated exhaust manifold.
IHI RHF55 same as MY06 STi Impreza

Turbocharger Type RHF55 Turbine Blade no. 11 Compressor Blade no. 6 + 6 Turbine Rotor Size 53mm / 48mm Compressor Rotor Size 60mm / 46.5mm Max. Turbine Speed 165000 rpm Wastegate Open Press. 78 kPa A/R Ratio 15 Compressor seal material Synthetic mica + Teflon Bearing Type Floating Metal Bearing

GT42R R32 Nissan GT-R

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