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Chevy TH400 Transmissions
The TH400 transmission (also known as the Turbo 400 transmission or Turbo-Hydramatic 400) stands as one of the toughest and most respected GM 3-speed heavy-duty automatic...
The TH400 transmission (also known as the Turbo 400 transmission or Turbo-Hydramatic 400) stands as one of the toughest and most respected GM 3-speed heavy-duty automatic transmissions ever built. Introduced in the mid-1960s, this robust three-speed automatic quickly became the go-to choice for high-performance applications. Its exceptional strength, reliable planetary gear design, and ability to handle massive torque made it a favorite behind big-block engines in classic muscle cars, heavy-duty trucks, and competitive drag racing machines.
Today, the Turbo-Hydramatic 400 remains a cornerstone of street/strip builds, bracket...
The TH400 transmission (also known as the Turbo 400 transmission or Turbo-Hydramatic 400) stands as one of the toughest and most respected GM 3-speed heavy-duty automatic transmissions ever built. Introduced in the mid-1960s, this robust three-speed automatic quickly became the go-to choice for high-performance applications. Its exceptional strength, reliable planetary gear design, and ability to handle massive torque made it a favorite behind big-block engines in classic muscle cars, heavy-duty trucks, and competitive drag racing machines.
Today, the Turbo-Hydramatic 400 remains a cornerstone of street/strip builds, bracket racing, off-road, and high-horsepower applications. Whether you’re restoring a muscle car, upgrading a truck, or building a dedicated drag car, a properly prepared TH400 delivers the durability and performance demanded by serious enthusiasts and racers.
Why the Turbo 400 Transmission Dominates High-Performance Applications
The original GM design features a strong cast-iron center support, efficient Simpson planetary gearset, and overrunning clutches that contribute to its legendary toughness. Factory units are capable of handling substantial power, and modern performance versions take it far beyond OE limits, routinely supporting 700–2,000+ horsepower depending on the build level.
Turbo 400 performance upgrades commonly include:
34-element sprag (or higher-element Pro Mod versions) for dramatically improved clutch durability under hard launches and high torque
Heavy-duty sun shell and reinforced hard parts for greater strength in the geartrain
SFI 4.1 case options (like aftermarket aluminum cases from SuperCases or Reid Racing) that eliminate the need for external shields, improve fluid flow, and provide superior structural integrity for extreme power levels
Valve Body, Transbrake, Input Shaft and Tailshaft Options
Performance TH400 builds are highly customizable. Popular configurations include:
Full-manual or reverse-pattern valve bodies for precise control
Transbrake options that allow staging at full power for lightning-fast launches and improved 60-foot times, ideal for drag racing
Upgraded input shafts (billet steel, 300M, Vasco, or alloy materials) and intermediate shafts to handle extreme torque
Tailshaft/output shaft options including short or long shafts, rollerized extension housings, and configurations for different vehicle applications (street, race, or 4x4)
These options let builders tailor the transmission for street manners, pure race use, or dual-purpose street/strip duty.
Trusted Brands for TH400/Turbo 400 Performance Transmissions
Leading performance transmission specialists offer ready-to-run or custom TH400 builds with the upgrades listed above:
Summit Racing – Wide selection of complete units with performance frictions and steels, rollerized rear thrust bearing, Transgo™ shift kit, new bands. Plus billet trans-brake valve body and bolt-on bellhousing options and additional performance options including SFI-rate cases.
TCI Performance – Competition-proven full-manual and StreetFighter TH400s with heavy-duty components, 34-element sprags, transbrake, forward or reverse valve bodies, and high-power ratings.
FTI Performance – Level-based race transmissions featuring 34-element sprags, billet valve bodies with transbrake, SFI and Ultra Bell bellhousing options, with builds rated from street/strip to extreme horsepower.
ATI Performance – SFI SuperCases, Compu-Flow and Wicked Quick valve bodies/transbrakes, heavy-duty sprags, and high-capacity clutch packs for serious drag racing.
Hughes Performance – Pro Series transbrake valve bodies, 34-element sprags, and race-proven hard parts.
Transmission Specialties – Long-time innovator offering racing TH400s, billet valve bodies, and SFI-rated high-performance components.
JW Performance – Street Lethal and performance-oriented TH400 packages built for reliability and power.
These manufacturers provide everything from mild street rebuilds to fully race-prepped units with deep pans, high-flow pumps, performance clutches and steels, and the critical upgrades that keep the Turbo 400 running strong under extreme abuse.
Ideal for Muscle Cars, Trucks, and Drag Racing
From classic Chevelle, Camaro, Nova, and Corvette muscle cars to heavy-duty trucks and dedicated drag machines, the TH400 (Turbo-Hydramatic 400) continues to prove why it earned its reputation as a GM 3-speed heavy-duty automatic transmission. Its combination of strength, gear ratios that keep engines in the powerband, and extensive aftermarket support makes it one of the most versatile and capable automatic transmissions available. Whether you need a transbrake-equipped race unit, a streetable high-power rebuild, or specific tailshaft configurations, Summit Racing has you covered. Shop offerings from Summit Racing, TCI, FTI, ATI, Hughes, Transmission Specialties, JW Performance, and more for the reliability and performance you demand.
Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Super StreetFighter, 30-spline Input, 2.48 First Gear Ratio, Chevy, TH400, Each
Part Number: TCI-211095
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Summit Racing™ Turbo 400 Chevy Automatic Transmission SUM-700400-1
Automatic Transmission, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, RWD, Each
Part Number: SUM-700400-1
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Automatic Transmission, TH400 Level 4, Remanufactured, 3 Gears, Deep Pan, Reverse Shift Pattern, SFI 4.1/30.1, Chevrolet, THM400, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-4S
Estimated Ship Date: Today
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Automatic Transmission, Level 4, TH400, Trans-Brake, Chevy Ultrabell, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-4UB
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic, Manual Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, Each
Part Number: TCI-211000
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Automatic Transmission Package, TH400 level 4, Dipstick & Tube, Cooler Lines, Cooler, FTI ATF Fluid, SST89-0 Racing Billet Stall Converter, Kit
Part Number: FTI-TH400-4K21
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic Valve Body, 4WD, Chevy, TH400, NP205 T-Case, Each
Part Number: TCI-211401
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic/Manual Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, Each
Part Number: TCI-211005
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Automatic Transmission, Level 3, TH400, Forward Shift, Ultra Bell, 32-Spline Output Shaft, SFI 4.1/ 30.1, Aluminum Case, Black Finish, Chevy, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-3UB
Estimated Ship Date: Today
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Automatic Transmission, Street and Strip, Automatic/Manual Valve Body Style, Chevy, TH400, Each
Part Number: HUP-34-1HD
Estimated Ship Date: Today
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Reverse Shift Pattern, Manual Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, 4WD, Full Comp, Fits Trans with NP205 T-Case, Each
Part Number: TCI-212800
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Automatic Transmission, 3-Speed, Ultra-Bell Bellhousing, Reverse Shift Pattern, Full Manual Valve Body, GM, TH400, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-45UB
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Estimated Ship Date: Oct 26, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Oct 26, 2026 if ordered today
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Automatic Transmission, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic Valve Body, Buick, Olds, Pontiac, TH400, RWD, Each
Part Number: SUM-700401-1
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Estimated Ship Date: Nov 9, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 9, 2026 if ordered today
Automatic Transmission, 3-Speed, Ultra-Bell Bellhousing, Reverse Shift Pattern, Full Manual Valve Body, ER310 Input Shaft Material, GM, TH400, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-5UB
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Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
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Part Number: HUP-34-1
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic, Lockup, Chevy, TH400, Replaces TH350 4WD, Kit
Part Number: TCI-211100
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Estimated Ship Date: Nov 27, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 27, 2026 if ordered today
Automatic Transmission, Level 4, TH400, Trans-Brake, Chevy, Cut For Ultrabell, Each
Part Number: FTI-TH400-4UBC
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Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
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Automatic Transmission, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic/Manual Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, Truck, RWD, Each
Part Number: HUP-34-1T
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 11, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 11, 2026 if ordered today
Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic Valve Body, Chevy, TH400, Each
Part Number: TCI-211001
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic, Manual Valve Body, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, TH400
Part Number: TCI-211300
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic Valve Body, 4WD, Chevy, TH400, Pre-1980 TH400 Transfer Case, Each
Part Number: TCI-211400
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic, Manual Valve Body, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, TH400
Part Number: TCI-211305
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Automatic Transmission, StreetFighter, 30-spline Input, Fluid, Torque Converter, Cooler, 4 in. Tailshaft, Chevy, Buick, Olds, Pontiac, TH400, V8, Kit
Part Number: TCI-211000BP2
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Part Number: TCI-211000BP3
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Automatic Transmission, Remanufactured, Forward Shift Pattern, Automatic, Automatic Valve Body, Lockup, Chevy, TH400, Replaces 700R4 4WD, Kit
Part Number: TCI-211101
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Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
Estimated Ship Date: Nov 16, 2026 if ordered today
