Cleetus McFarland’s Ram 1500 TRX, already a beast with its Hellcat heart, has been transformed into an absolute monster. Under the hood now resides a Hellephant C170, a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that shares its DNA with the demonic Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170.
This E85-guzzling behemoth, priced at $27,675 from Direct Connection, pumps out an astonishing 1,025 horsepower and 945 pound-feet of torque, matching the output of its muscle car sibling. The swap from the stock Hellcat was surprisingly straightforward, utilizing many of the original components.
With a few tweaks and a fresh tune, the Hellephant roared to life, breathing through a carbon fiber intake and expelling its power through a stainless steel exhaust. The result? A single-cab truck that sounds as ferocious as it performs.
Cleetus McFarland has transformed his Ram 1500 TRX into a one-of-a-kind regular cab beast. The truck, sporting a fresh coat of paint and Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires, has clocked just under 20,000 miles.
But instead of keeping this custom creation, McFarland has decided to raffle it off to one lucky fan. To enter, fans can purchase Cleetus McFarland merchandise, with each dollar spent equaling one entry.
While the prospect of winning this unique TRX and a $20,000 cash prize is enticing, the odds are stacked against entrants due to McFarland’s massive 3.78 million YouTube subscribers.
Achieving this radical transformation required a significant overhaul, including removing 31 inches from the frame rails while preserving essential components like the suspension and transfer case. Even the driveshaft needed shortening to accommodate the modified chassis.
