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TA2 Dodge Challenger

GT1 (2000s)Dodge
525 hp
Horsepower
1360 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2013
Year

Dodge Challenger TA2 (Trans Am TA2)

The Dodge Challenger TA2 is a purpose-built American V8 road racer from the Trans Am TA2 formula, designed to deliver big torque, rear-drive balance, and close-quarters racing without the complexity of a full GT or prototype. The VRC ARC TA2 Dagger mod captures the muscular, no-frills character of the platform with the Challenger’s aggressive silhouette and race-ready hardware.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: Naturally aspirated 6.1L / 6.2L HEMI-style V8, front-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~525 hp

  • Redline: ~7,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 5-speed or 6-speed sequential race gearbox (series-dependent)

  • Weight: ~1,360 kg

  • Dimensions: Based on the Challenger TA2 silhouette; widebody race chassis with long wheelbase and aggressive aero package

  • Tires: Slick racing tires on forged motorsport wheels

  • Brakes: Steel racing discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Challenger TA2 is a torque-heavy, momentum-preserving muscle car racer that feels lively on entry and rewarding once you get it settled. Compared with modern GT machinery, it has less downforce and more mechanical grip dependency, which makes it a little more forgiving at the limit but also more prone to sliding if you overdrive the chassis. It thrives on smooth steering, disciplined braking, and confident throttle application.

Engine & Sound: The big American V8 delivers the kind of deep, thundering soundtrack TA2 fans expect — bassy at idle, hard-edged under load, and full of classic muscle-car character on the way to redline. Power is broad and accessible, with strong mid-range shove that makes corner exits feel muscular and immediate.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Stable and predictable, but not especially eager to rotate unless you trail brake or use weight transfer effectively.

  • Traction: Strong straight-line grip, though the rear will step out if you’re too aggressive with throttle or too abrupt with inputs.

  • Braking: Solid stopping power with a more analog feel than top-tier GT cars; modulation matters.

  • Top Speed: Strong enough for fast circuits, but aero drag and gearing mean it’s more about acceleration and exits than sheer top-end.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a proper TA2 car — keep the chassis balanced, focus on exit speed, and avoid sawing at the wheel. It rewards patient drivers who can carry momentum through medium-speed corners and use the V8’s torque to get away cleanly.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Challenger TA2 looks every bit the part: wide stance, low splitter, big rear wing, and classic muscle proportions wrapped in race livery. The long hood and aggressive bodywork give it a tough, unmistakable presence on track, especially in touring-style pack racing.

Whether you're battling door-to-door in a sprint race or carving clean laps in practice, the Dodge Challenger TA2 brings old-school American attitude to modern sim racing — loud, physical, and seriously fun.