400R : Nismo R33 Nissan Skyline GT-R

The Nismo 400R, was a complete car offered by Nismo based on the R33 GT-R platform. When they say complete car, they mean one that has been modified from stock, and in the case of the 400R, the modifications were fairly extensive.  There were a very limited number of 400R's produced. The number most often used is 44 cars, but GT-R Registry says 40 cars.  The base price when new as 12,000,000 yen or about $110,000 USD in 1996. 

The RB-X did not come with a Nismo collector. That came much later. This car also has a oil/water laminova on it. 

The 400R featured the RB-X engine, 2.8 liters, up from the standard 2.6 liters, and 400 ps vs the stock "280 ps" rating.  A twin plate clutch, carbon fiber driveshaft, and Bilsten shock absorbers are but a few of the modifications under the 400R. 

Even though the 400R were sold 1997 to 1998, the first known production 400R chassis #02 was manufactuered in March 1996.  The last known car #040 was manufactuered in October 1998. 

A 400R even raced at Pikes Peak

Buying one of these 400R in 2020 or 2021 is very difficult. With such a limited number of cars, you have to be willing to pay what someone wants for a vehicle, and accept that some vehicles are just not for sale.  Once the 400R starts turning 25 years old in 2021, it is likely that we will see at least one or two in the US. If you are looking to secure a 400R for yourself, contact us for more information.  844-523-2233 or sales@importavehicle.com

 

NISMO 400R Main Specs
			NISMO 400R	R33 (GT-R) standard model	400R difference
1	Overall length		4,675mm	4,675mm
	Overall width		1,830mm	1,780mm	Extension of 50mm because of overfender
	Overall height		1,330mm	1,360mm	Improvement in stability and controllability through improved position
	Wheelbase		2,720mm	2,720mm
	Tread	FR	1,500mm	1,480mm	Change of wheel offset: 30mm to 20mm
		RR	1,510mm	1,490mm
	Vehicle height reduction		30mm		Improvement in stability and controllability through improved position
	Minimum ground clearance		105mm	135mm
	Vehicle weight		1,550kg	1,540kg
2	Engine		RB-X GT2	RB26DETT	Increased displacement, improvement of RB26
	Type/cylinder count		Water-cooled, inline 6-cylinder DOHC	Water-cooled, inline 6-cylinder DOHC
	Cylinder	Internal diameter x travel	87.0 x 77.7	86.0 x 73.7
	Displacement		2,771cc	2,568cc
	Pressure ratio		8.5	8.5
	Max. output		400/6800ps/rpm	280/6800ps/rpm
	Max. torque		47.8/4400kg-m/rpm	36.0/4500kg-m/rpm	Ease of handling through increased low-speed torque
	Boost pressure		1.1kg/•	0.6kg/•
	Power-weight ratio		3,88kg/ps	5.50kg/ps
3	Head gasket		NISMO metal gasket, Ø87, 1.2mm	Graphite, 1.2mm	Increased strength to handle larger bore
	Camshaft		Standard	Standard
		Operating angle	60-60	60-60
		Valve spring	Standard	Standard
	Oil cooler		Air-cooled oil cooer	Water-cooled oil cooker	Improved cooling efficiency
	Oil pump		Standard sintered gear	Standard sintered gear
4	Turbocharger		N1 spec metal turbine and reinforced actuator	R33 GT-R standard unit
	Intercooler		NISMO high-strength, option	Standard (in front of radiator)	Increased cooling performance by increase of intercooler size
	Catalyst		Low-pressure, high-efficiency, intake/exhaust diameter Ø80	Standard	Engine output improved, exhaust efficiency improved
	Exhaust muffler		*400R-exclusive titanium, Ø60 dual	Standard	Pleasing exhaust sound, increased performance, reduced weight
5	ECCS		*400R-exclusive computer	R33 GT-R standard	Provides control of high-performance engine
		Pressure regulators	Standard	Standard
		Fuel pump	Standard	Standard
6	Clutch		NISMO 8.5-inch pull-type twin plate, lightweight chromoly flywheel	Ø 250pull-type single plate	Provides ease of operation of increased transmission forces resulting from torque, along with light peddle pressure
7	Transmission		FS5R30A-standard	FS5R30A-standard
		L.S.D.	A-LSD	A-LSD
		Driveshaft	*400R-exlcusive carbon	Standard	Weight reduction
8	Brakes		Standard (Brembo)	Standard (Brembo)
	Master cylinder stopper		NISMO original	Standard	Provides rigid pedal feel
	Brake pads		NISMO original (Type 2)	Standard	Cover everything from street to sport driving
9	Suspension		NISMO stationary shock absorbers	Standard stationary shock absorbers	Bilstein
	Springs		NISMO original “Type D”	Standard	FR: 7K, RR: 8K
	Engine mount		Includes reinforced mount	Standard	Reinforced to handle increased engine torque
	Bushings, insulators		Includes reinforced bushings	Standard	Provides direct handling
10	Wheels		10JJ 18	9JJ 17	18-inch, 3-piece forged wheels
	Tires		275/35-18	245/45R17	High-performance tires
11	Exterior	Aero parts	NISMO Original aero	Standard	Improved aerodynamic force efficiency, cooling ability
			Front bumper	Standard	Designed for air-cooled oil cooler
			Front grille, front lip, side step	Standard	Sharp design and improved cooling performance
			Rear bumper, spoiler	Standard	Improved aerodynamic force efficiency, greater sense of stability
		Hood	*400R-exclusive type	Standard	Improvement of cooling efficiency
		Over-fender	*400R-exclusive	Standard	Each side 25mm
		Tower bar	Titanium construction	Standard	Extra-reinforced design
		Ornament	*400R-exclusive	Standard	*400R-exclusive ornament, badge
		Rocker cover	*400R-exclusive	Standard	Reinforced during NISMO tuning
	Interior	Meter panel	*400R-exclusive 320km/h•11000rpm	Standard	NISMO combination meter with NISMO logo (black)
		Seats	Embroidered with NISMO name	Standard	Provides that extra sense of “NISMO”
		Rear seat	*400R-exclusive Rear cover change	Standard	Black
		Headliner	*Color to match seats	Standard	Black
12	Headlight system		*H.I.D. lighting system	Standard	Improved safety during nighttime driving

 

Source : Nismo 400R, GT-R Registry