2016 Shelby GT350 Tremec 3160 Transmission

2016 Shelby GT350 Transmission - The Tremec TR3160

If you are like me, then you share the same excitement when I hear more information on the 2016 Shelby GT350. It has been announced by Ford Motor Company that the new S550 will be equipped with a 6 speed Tremec TR3160 tranmission. It is rumored that this transmission has been modified significantly to keep up with the demands of the flat plane crank engine. We will keep you updated on the specifics of that once we hear more!

About The Tremec TR3160

Designed for either a single of double overdrive transmission, the TR-3160 incorporates the latest design and manufacturing technologies to put out the highest torque capacities and best in class shift feel. This Tremec transmission features high strength steel on all of it's shafts and gears which maximizes torque capacity and durability while keeping the weight and package size to a minimum. Reduced noise, vibrations and harshness is achieved through th multi-rail shift system.

Features

• Rear wheel drive, six-speed manual transmission available with single or double overdrive
• Double and triple cone synchronizers featuring hybrid and sintered bronze friction material.
• Multi-rail shift system accommodates direct mount or semi-remote shifter locations
• High-precision guide plate
• Advanced interlock system
• Anti-friction roller ball detents
• Hollow shafts and webbed gears
• Three-piece “end load design” aluminum housings
• Low-friction linear shift rail bearings