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CROSSING THE BLOCK

LEGENDARY POWER

THIS HEMI CHALLENGER R/T IS HEADED TO LAS VEGAS

The 1970 Dodge HEMI Challenger R/T is a The HEMI suspension handling package was also a
legendary car that is highly coveted by collectors and critical feature of the 1970 Dodge HEMI Challenger
automotive enthusiasts. It was a muscle car designed R/T. It included heavy-duty front torsion bars and
for high-performance and speed - meant to be driven rear leaf springs, along with front and rear anti-roll
hard and fast, and it delivered on that promise. The bars. This setup helped to keep the car planted on the
HEMI engine was a true masterpiece of engineering, road and provided excellent handling and stability.
producing an impressive 425 horsepower and 490 ft/ The front disc brakes provided ample stopping
lbs of torque. It was paired with a New Process A833 power, ensuring that the driver could bring the car to
4-speed manual transmission with a Hurst pistol- a safe stop, even when traveling at high speeds.
grip shifter, making it a joy to drive for those who This example, offered with No Reserve during the
appreciated a manual gearbox.
June 22-24 Las Vegas Auction, is one of very few TX9
The HEMI engine was not just powerful but was also black HEMI-powered Challenger R/Ts produced out
built to withstand the rigors of high-speed driving. of a total of approximately 136 HEMI Challenger
It was equipped with a race HEMI camshaft and R/T hardtops built in 1970 with a 4-speed manual
Hooker long-tube headers, which helped it to breathe transmission. It was built on December 11, 1969, at
better and produce more power. The Super Track-Pak the Hamtramck, Michigan, plant. The Challenger is
7-blade torque drive fan and 26-inch radiator with powered by its matching-numbers 426ci HEMI V8
shroud helped to keep the engine cool, even when engine with the race HEMI camshaft and Hooker
pushed to its limits. long-tube headers. It also features the original Dana

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