Optimizing Boost and Rotational Mass for the AMG M113K Powerplant
Who It’s For: Engineered for Mercedes Benz owners running the M113K supercharged V8 who want to unlock the latent potential of their Kompressor system without compromising daily reliability.
The Symptom: From the factory, the heavy AMG chassis—like the E55 or G55—requires massive amounts of low-end torque to overcome its own inertia. The stock supercharger pulley is designed with a conservative diameter and significant rotational mass, which leads to a softer boost curve and a slight lag in throttle response. This factory setup prioritizes extreme quietness over the immediate, neck-snapping torque these 5.4L engines are actually capable of producing.
The Engineering Fix: This 83.7mm pulley utilizes a reduced diameter to increase the supercharger’s step-up ratio, effectively spinning the internal rotors faster at lower engine RPMs. By constructing the pulley to be 35% lighter than the OEM steel unit, we significantly reduce parasitic drag and rotational inertia, allowing the engine to reach peak boost much faster. The addition of a specialized nitride coating on the clutch plate and a friction-enhancing surface treatment ensures that the extra power is delivered to the belt without the slip often found in lesser aftermarket designs.
Why Mechanics Choose This Kit
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Substantial Power Gains: Real-world testing shows increases of 45 to 50 rear-wheel horsepower and torque, providing that “freight train” pull through the entire powerband.
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Reduced Component Stress: By shedding 35% of the factory rotational mass, you reduce the wear on the supercharger snout bearings and internal clutch mechanisms.
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Patented Reliability: This design features an improved nitride-coated clutch, plate, and spring assembly (Patent# D716356S) to maintain factory-level engagement smoothness.
Technical Specifications
| Fitment |
2003-2011 Mercedes Benz AMG 55 Models |
| Engine Platform |
M113K / 5.4L Kompressor V8 |
| Factory Ratings |
469-493 HP / 516 lb-ft Torque (Varies by Model) |
| Part Numbers |
Patent# D716356S, 83mm-M113K-PL |
Compatibility & OEM Reference
Fits the Following Vehicles:
- 2003-2006 Mercedes Benz E55 AMG
- 2003-2006 Mercedes Benz S55 AMG
- 2003-2006 Mercedes Benz CL55 AMG
- 2003-2007 Mercedes Benz SL55 AMG
- 2006-2006 Mercedes Benz CLS55 AMG
- 2005-2011 Mercedes Benz G55 AMG
Interchange Part Numbers:
D716356S, 83.7mm, M113K, 55K
The Performance Promise
Buy with confidence. This system is a direct bolt-on upgrade that maintains excellent drivability and highway fuel economy. Please note that a performance ECU tune is required to properly scale fuel and timing maps for the increased boost levels provided by this 83mm pulley.