Ford’s Mustang Dark Horse SC is already a serious performance statement, but its most interesting legacy may extend beyond the car itself.
The supercharged V8 at the heart of the project is being prepared as a standalone powertrain package, giving custom builders a factory-style route into high-output Mustang hardware.
At a glance
- Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC hardware is being packaged as a standalone 5.2-litre supercharged power module.
- The module combines the Predator V8 with a Tremec TR-9070 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
- Pricing has not been announced, with sales expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027.
A Predator V8 without the complete Mustang
Tremec Performance showcased the 5.2-litre DCT Supercharged Power Module at SEMA 2026, positioning it as a high-performance package for enthusiasts and builders.
The appeal is straightforward.
Instead of sourcing a complete Mustang Dark Horse SC, buyers will be able to access the engine and transmission package separately for a custom build.
The module pairs the supercharged 5.2-litre Predator V8 with Tremec’s TR-9070 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Output is listed at 760 hp and 625 lb-ft of torque, which makes it slightly less powerful than the Dark Horse SC itself.
In the car, the same broader performance family is quoted at 795 hp and 660 lb-ft.
Hardware aimed at serious builds
The power module is more than an engine-and-gearbox pairing.
It includes an Eaton TVS R2650 supercharger, a 92mm throttle body, a forged steel crankshaft and forged steel connecting rods.
Forged aluminium pistons are also part of the package.
For builders, the inclusion of engine and transmission wiring harnesses and controllers is a significant detail, since integrating modern performance drivetrains into custom projects is often where complexity rises fastest.
The result is a package that should be especially relevant to restomod builders, track-focused projects and high-end custom vehicles where a contemporary supercharged V8 and dual-clutch transmission are central to the concept.
Details & Specifications
| Brand | Ford / Tremec Performance |
|---|---|
| Power module | 5.2-litre DCT Supercharged Power Module |
| Engine | Supercharged 5.2-litre Predator V8 |
| Transmission | TR-9070 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission |
| Power | 760 hp |
| Torque | 625 lb-ft |
| Supercharger | Eaton TVS R2650 |
| Throttle body | 92mm |
| Internal components | Forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods, forged aluminium pistons |
| Included electronics | Engine and transmission wiring harnesses and controllers |
| Price | Not announced |
| Availability | Expected first quarter of 2027 |
With pricing still to come, the final question is where this package lands in the performance aftermarket, but the concept is already clear.
For the right builder, the Dark Horse SC’s standalone V8 module could offer a compelling shortcut to modern Ford performance with the transmission, electronics and major hardware bundled from the outset.
