Nitto V2 I-Beam Connecting Rods
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Nitto V2 I-Beam Connecting Rods - Ford Barra 4.0 - Falcon (BA / BF / FG / FG X) / Territory (SX / SY / SZ)
The V2 is Nitto's top-of-the-range steel rod, and this set of six suits the Barra six from the BA to FG X Falcon, XR6 Turbo, FPV F6 and Territory. Nitto reports V2 rods passing 2000 hp in Barra, RB30 and 2JZ engines, so they are aimed squarely at big-power drag, roll racing and time attack builds.
Choose the length to match your crank: 153.86 mm for a standard-stroke 4.0L engine, or 158 mm for a 3.8L de-stroke built around the 94 mm crank.
Every Nitto steel rod starts as double-melted 4340 billet, a cleaner material than the single-melt steel common in the aftermarket, and is forged as one piece for a consistent grain structure. Compared with the standard I-beam, the V2 has a reworked beam pocket that leaves more material where it matters, profiled beam sides and pin end instead of straight-cut ones, and CHE pin bushes made from CHE's own bush material.
Note: Installation by a professional is recommended. Engine internals must be measured and set up by a qualified engine builder.
Features
- Revised I-beam pocket with extra material in key areas
- Profiled beam sides and pin end
- CHE pin-end bushes
- Double-melted 4340 billet steel, one-piece forging, X-ray and sonic grade tested
- Quenched, heat treated and shot peened (38 HRC)
- ARP 2000 7/16" rod bolts, with an optional ARP Custom Age 625+ bolt upgrade
- Balanced to within ±1 gram per set, bores held to ±0.0001"
Kit Contents
- 6 x Nitto V2 4340 I-beam connecting rods
- ARP 2000 7/16" rod bolts
Warranty
Nitto parts are built for racing and off-road use. Inspect every part during assembly and blueprinting, and contact us before fitting if anything measures outside tolerance. Nitto will repair or replace a faulty part at its option, and any modification to a part voids the warranty. Full terms: Nitto limited warranty (PDF).
Pairs Well With
- Nitto Forged Pistons - Ford Barra 4.0 - Falcon (BA / BF / FG / FG X) / Territory (SX / SY / SZ)
- Nitto Forged De-Stroke Pistons - Ford Barra 4.0 - Falcon (BA / BF / FG / FG X) / Territory (SX / SY / SZ)
- Nitto Billet Crankshaft - Ford Barra 4.0 - Falcon (BA / BF / FG / FG X) / Territory (SX / SY / SZ)
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Years | Engine / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | Falcon | BA / BF | 2002–2008 | Barra 4.0L I6 (incl. XR6 Turbo) |
| Ford | Falcon | FG / FG X | 2008–2016 | Barra 4.0L I6 (incl. XR6 Turbo) |
| Ford | Territory | SX / SY / SZ | 2004–2016 | Barra 4.0L I6 (incl. Turbo) |
| FPV | F6 | BA / BF / FG | 2004–2014 | Barra 4.0L turbo I6 |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nitto |
| Product | V2 I-beam connecting rods (set of 6) |
| Engine | Ford Barra 4.0L I6 / 3.8L de-stroke |
| Length | 153.86 mm (4.0L); 158 mm (3.8L de-stroke) |
| Beam type | V2 I-beam, profiled |
| Material | Double-melted 4340 billet steel, one-piece forging |
| Hardness | Shot peened, 38 HRC |
| Rod bolts | ARP 2000, 7/16" (Custom Age 625+ optional) |
| Pin bush | CHE |
| Balance | ±1 g per set |
| Warranty | Nitto limited warranty (racing use) |
| Instructions | Nitto installation notes (link below) |
| Part number(s) | NIT-ROD-BARRAIV2, NIT-ROD-BARRAIV2DS |
Contents
1 x set of 6 Nitto V2 I-beam connecting rods with ARP 2000 rod bolts

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