CP-Carrillo Connecting Rod Set, BMW M50 M52 S50 S52 Pro-Xtreme

Build your BMW M50 / M52 / M54 / S50 engines with the CP-Carrillo Connecting Rod Set, BMW M50 M52 S50 S52 Pro-Xtreme, to handle serious power and sustained high-RPM abuse. Engineered by CP Carrillo, this connecting rod set is built to the standards demanded by high-performance and motorsport BMW builds.

Key Features

• Designed for BMW M50 / M52 / M54 / S50 engines
• Forged from high-strength, lightweight materials
• Engineered for maximum power and durability
• Precision-machined to exacting tolerances
• Suitable for naturally aspirated and forced-induction builds
• Rigorously tested motorsport-grade quality
• Supplied by CP Carrillo, trusted by BMW enthusiasts worldwide

Product Details

Better. Stronger. Lighter! 5150 AutoSport Pro-Xtreme Connecting Rods – 523 Grams of Precision

Unmatched engineering for BMW performance builds. The 5150 AutoSport Pro-Xtreme Connecting Rods, crafted by CP-Carrillo, are designed for the most demanding horsepower and high-RPM applications.

Specifically tailored for BMW M50 Non-VANOS, M52, S50, S52, and M54 engines with 135 mm rods, these rods are an essential upgrade for high-performance turbo or drag racing setups.

Key Features

• Weight: 523 grams per rod, optimized for strength without sacrificing performance.
• Rated for 2000 HP – Perfect for turbocharged and street/strip builds.
• Engineered for up to 9500 RPM, offering maximum reliability at high engine speeds.
• Aircraft-grade steel construction ensures strength, durability, and reduced weight for superior engine response.
• Advanced manufacturing: Fabricated using CAD and FEA techniques for precision and stress endurance.

Engine Compatibility

These Pro-Xtreme rods are designed to fit the following BMW engines with 135 mm rods:

• M50 Non-VANOS
• M52
• S50
• S52
• M54

Performance You Can Trust

CP-Carrillo’s Pro-Xtreme Connecting Rods aren’t just designed to perform—they are built to endure the harshest conditions. Whether you’re chasing records on the drag strip or looking for the ultimate street build, these rods deliver the reliability and efficiency needed to push your engine to its limits.

With superior strength and optimized weight, your engine can achieve higher RPMs with less stress on internal components, ensuring both long-term durability and peak output.

Please note that these 135 mm connecting rods are designed to fit M50 Non-VANOS, M52, M52TUB28, S50 U.S, S52 U.S, and M54B30 135mm Rod engines. They will NOT fit M50-VANOS engines, as they require 140 mm Rods.

BMW #11241247175

Rod Bolt Instructions available Here

BMW M50 Applications:

3 Series

1990-1995 E36 320i / 325i / 325is 1994-1996 E35/E36 318ti

5 Series

1990-1996 E34 520i / 525i 1991-1996 E34 Touring 520i / 525i

Z Series

1995 E36/E37 Z3 2.0i / 2.5i

BMW M52 Applications:

3 Series

1994-1999 E36 320i / 323i / 323is / 328i / 328is 1997-2000 E35/E36 318ti / 323ti

5 Series

1996-1998 E39 520i / 523i / 528i

7 Series

1996-1998 E38 728i / 728iL

Z Series

1996-1999 E36/E37/E38 Z3 2.0i / 2.2i / 2.8i

BMW S50 US Applications:

3 Series

1994-1995 E36 M3

BMW S52 Applications:

3 Series

1996-1999 E36 M3

Z Series

1998-2000 E36/E37/E38 Z3M

Compatibility

BMW M50 Models

• BMW E34 525i
• BMW E36 320i / 325i

BMW M52 Models

• BMW E36 323i / 328i
• BMW E39 523i / 528i
• BMW Z3 2.8

BMW M54 Models

• BMW E46 325i / 330i
• BMW E39 525i / 530i
• BMW E60 525i / 530i
• BMW E83 X3
• BMW Z4 2.5i / 3.0i

BMW S50 Models

• BMW E36 M3 (Euro)

BMW S52 Models

• BMW E36 M3 (US, 1996-1999)
• BMW Z3 M Roadster / Coupe (US)

Why Choose CP Carrillo?

• One of motorsport’s most respected piston and rod manufacturers
• Precision CNC machining and premium forged materials
• Rigorous testing and quality control
• Trusted by professional engine builders worldwide

Why Buy from R44 Performance?

R44 Performance supplies premium BMW performance and engine-building components trusted by enthusiasts worldwide.

• BMW specialists
• Genuine CP Carrillo products
• Fast UK & worldwide shipping
• Expert product support

Upgrade your BMW M50 / M52 / M54 / S50 build with the CP-Carrillo Connecting Rod Set, BMW M50 M52 S50 S52 Pro-Xtreme — available now from R44 Performance.

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