Mercedes-AMG M177 Crate Engine — 1,500HP Forged Build
The Mercedes-AMG M177 4.0L twin-turbo V8 — hand-built in Affalterbach, Germany. Hot-vee twin-scroll turbo layout with forged crankshaft as standard. YPG Motorsport holds the world record for the first sub-10-second W205 C63 quarter mile — 9.97s at 828 WHP on this platform. That record was set on a stock bottom end. For builds pushing past factory limits, our crate engine ships with a fully forged rotating assembly rated to 1,500HP+.
YPG builds every M177 crate engine in-house with forged internals rated to 1,500HP+. No core exchange required — this is a complete unit shipped to you ready for installation. Typical build time is 2-4 weeks with free worldwide shipping.
Engine Specifications
- Displacement: 4.0L / 3,982cc
- Configuration: V8 twin-turbo, hot-vee layout
- Construction: Hand-built AMG, aluminum closed-deck block
- Valvetrain: DOHC 32-valve
- Crankshaft: Forged, cross-plane
- Stock Output: 469–630HP depending on variant
- Max Potential: 1,500+ WHP with Stage VIP forged build
What's Included
Complete forged long block assembly ready for installation — heads, block, forged crankshaft, forged connecting rods, forged pistons, and valve train. The base engine ships as a long block, but can be configured with upgraded turbos, manifolds, and accessories depending on your build requirements. Contact YPG Motorsport to spec your build.
Forged Rotating Assembly Specification
Every YPG M177 crate engine is built with a forged rotating assembly rated to 1,500HP+ — no shortcut spec. Included:
- Ceramic-Coated Piston Tops — Thermal barrier coating on all 8 piston crowns reduces heat transfer and detonation risk at high boost levels. Standalone coating service (Swain Tech, Calico) runs $200–400 per set.
- Teflon-Coated Skirts — Anti-friction coating reduces piston-to-wall contact friction and wear under sustained high-RPM operation.
- 4340 Aircraft-Grade Steel H-Beam Rods — Rated to 1,500HP+ cylinder pressures
- ARP Rod Bolts & Head Studs — 220,000 PSI rated, mandatory for Stage 3+ boost
- Balanced & Matched Assembly — Blueprinted rotating assembly within ±1.5g
- Factory Compression Ratio — Maintained for seamless calibration integration
Compatible Vehicles
- Mercedes-AMG C63 / C63S W205 (2015-2021)
- Mercedes-AMG E63 / E63S W213 (2017+)
- Mercedes-AMG GLC63 / GLC63S X253 (2018+)
- Mercedes-AMG GLE63 W167 (2020+)
- Mercedes-AMG G63 W463A (2019+)
- Mercedes-AMG GT / GTS / GTC (longitudinal M177 variant)
- Mercedes-AMG S63 W222 / W223
Why YPG?
YPG Motorsport holds the world record for the first sub-10-second Mercedes-AMG C63 W205 quarter mile — 9.97s at 828 WHP, set at Beech Bend Raceway Park, Kentucky on April 9, 2019. That record was achieved on a stock M177 bottom end, proving how far the platform can go with the right calibration. Our crate engines are built for owners who want to push well beyond what the factory internals can survive — 1,500HP+ rated, CP-Carrillo sourced, ceramic and Teflon coated, blueprinted and balanced. This isn't a rebuilt factory engine — it's a purpose-built race unit designed for serious power.
Build a Complete Stage 3 Setup
The M177 crate engine is the foundation. For a turnkey 1,000HP+ build with matched turbos, catless downpipes, and ECU calibration, YPG offers complete Stage 3 packages by chassis:
- Mercedes-AMG C63 W205 Stage 3 Package — Turbos + catless downpipes + ECU calibration
- Mercedes-AMG E63 W213 Stage 3 Package — Full W213 twin-scroll build
- Mercedes-AMG GLC63 X253 Stage 3 Package — SUV performance to 1,000HP+
- Mercedes-AMG GT63 C192 Stage 3 Package — 4-door AMG GT platform
Build Process & Delivery
- Build time: 2-4 weeks from order
- Shipping: Free worldwide — USA, UK, Europe, Australia, Middle East
- Core exchange: Not required — you keep your old engine
- Support: WhatsApp direct support for GCC customers. Email support worldwide.
Pair With
For maximum power, pair the M177 crate engine with:
- Stage 4 Turbo Upgrade — M177/M178 — 1,500HP+ billet turbos matched to the forged bottom end
- YPG Stage 3 Turbo Upgrade — M177
- M177 Forged Internals (rods & pistons sold separately)
- W205 C63 Catless Downpipes
- W213 E63 Catless Downpipes
- GLC63 Catless Downpipes
- M177 High Flow Air Filters
- Eventuri M177 Cold Air Intake
Price: $29,999.99 — Free worldwide shipping. Contact YPG Motorsport via WhatsApp for build consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an M177 crate engine cost?
The YPG Motorsport M177 4.0L twin-turbo V8 forged crate engine starts at $29,999.99. Complete 1,500HP-capable build with thermal-coated forged pistons, no core exchange required.
Are the pistons thermal-coated?
Yes. Every YPG M177 crate engine ships with ceramic thermal-barrier coating on the piston crowns and Teflon anti-friction coating on the skirts. Included at no extra cost.
What HP can the M177 crate engine handle?
The YPG M177 forged build is rated to 1,500HP — engineered for extreme boost, race fuel, and sustained high-RPM operation.
Does the M177 crate engine require a core exchange?
No. YPG Motorsport M177 crate engines ship as complete units with no core exchange needed. Free worldwide shipping included.
What vehicles does the M177 engine fit?
The M177 4.0L twin-turbo V8 fits the Mercedes-AMG C63/C63S W205, E63 W213, AMG GT/GTS/GTR, GLC63, and GLE63 among others.
