Our race prepped Pro 2/Pro 4 Turbo 400 Short Course transmission - the winningest transmission in short course.
Our race prepped Turbo 400 Short Course transmission - designed specifically for use in V8 Pro Light off-road trucks. 100% TORC & LOORRS rulebook compliant.
Our race prepped Turbo 400 Short Course transmission, suitable for Sportsman level competition and budget friendly.
The ultimate in strength and durability. Class & competition crushing performance, mile after mile.
Our race prepped Turbo 400 transmission designed for Ultra4 racing to conquer even the toughest of terrain.
Pick from a variety of options to develop the perfect race prepped Turbo 400 transmission that fits your needs and your budget.
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Our race prepped Turbo 400 for drag racing - customizable to your power level.
Our record setting 2 speed drag race Turbo 400 package, specifically designed for X275 & radial tires.
Our race winning 3 speed close ratio drag race Turbo 400 package, specifically designed for X275 & radial tires.
Pick from a variety of options to develop the perfect race prepped Turbo 400 transmission that fits your needs and your budget.
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Our entry level performance T400 transmission, inspired and developed from our racing program experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Our high performance full length Powerglide for Drag Racing.
The same race-winning performance you'd expect from us, in a smaller package.
Our high performance, compact racing transmission designed for use in demanding off-road applications.
Our entry level performance PG transmissions inspired and developed from our racing program and experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Best in class Turbo 350 performance. Optimal for foot braking class racers or transbrake operation.
Our entry level performance T350 transmissions inspired and developed from our racing program and experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Our racing Turbo 350 transmission designed for Sportsman off road class competition.
Our ultra high performance Turbo 350 transmission designed for the abuse of Ultra4 racing.
Our high performance drag racing transmission for the Ford enthusiast.
Our entry level performance C4 transmissions inspired and developed from our racing program and experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Perfect for Stock Truck & Super Stock Truck sportsman classes, all the way up to a mid-size pre-runner.
Our high performance drag racing transmission for the Ford enthusiast.
Our entry level performance C6 transmissions inspired and developed from our racing program and experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Our high performance C6 racing transmission for sportsman level competition.
Our highest performance C6 racing transmission designed for absuive desert competition.
Our entry level performance 727 transmissions inspired and developed from our racing program and experience. These transmissions are carefully built to match your intended application. They are perfect for mild to moderately modified engines and will deliver a noticeable, firm quality shift. Camshaft and rear gear selection need to be considered when selecting this transmission.
Our high performance drag racing transmission for the Mopar enthusiast.
Our high performance 727 transmission designed for sportsman class off road competition.
Every ATD 8" Racing Converter is custom built by hand to your unique specifications and application.
ATD 8" Converters feature:Every ATD 9" Racing Converter is custom built by hand to your unique specifications and application.
ATD 9" Converters feature:Every ATD 10" Racing Converter is custom built by hand to your unique specifications and application.
ATD 10" Converters feature:Automatic Transmission Design is the manufacturer and distributor of the Hipster's Brake trans brakes. ATD offers trans brakes for Turbo Hydramatic 350, Turbo Hydramatic 400, and the most notable - Hipster's original Powerglide Iron Pro Brake & Hipster's Powerglide Aluminum Pro Brake. Automatic Transmission Design also has high performance valvebodies for T350, T400, PG, Ford C4, Ford C6, and Mopar 727/Torqueflite.
A brand new version of the world's quickest Powerglide trans brake on the market. The fastest just got faster.
Unmatchable consistency and performance. Instantaneous setup and release. Fully optimized fluid passages for consistent win lights.
All new design with fully adjustable OE style pressure regulator system, including regulated converter feed. This all billet brake combines the best of both Hipster's Iron PG brake and original Aluminum Brake for unbeatable performance.
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
Forward Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-2-1.
Available exclusively direct from ATD, or through one of our qualified dealers worldwide.
Buy Hipster's Billet Pro Brake Powerglide Trans Brake Now!A perfect billet aluminum replacement for the Hipster Iron Brake. The most infamous Turbo 400 brake just got better.
Pro brake setup and release. Reimagined fluid passages for consistent win lights and no OE bulk or restriction.
Launch from the line in 1st gear with the finest aluminum Turbo 400 Trans Brake available.
This brake retains standard reverse without the need to push the transbrake button or sacrificing release timing.
Precision manufactured in our facility from US Domestic aerospace grade barstock, this entire kit is Made in USA.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
Available exclusively direct from ATD, or through one of our qualified dealers worldwide.
Buy Hipster's Billet T400 Pro Brake Now!The latest innovation in the Hipster Brake from Automatic Transmission Design.
Launch off the line in 2nd gear, and smoke the competition!
The fastest external solenoid brake on the market!
Instant set up and release. Pass after pass consistency and repeatability.
Don't get left behind, join the two speed Turbo 400 revolution today!
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
Save on those expensive engine components with a proven safe, clean neutral.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-SR-N-2-3-CN, does not require special clean neutral shifter.
The latest innovation in the Hipster Brake from Automatic Transmission Design.
A significant step up from Hipster's Iron Turbo 400 1+2 transbrake.
Improved fluid passages and flow provide for faster release than an iron valvebody. The fastest external solenoid brake on the market!
Instant set up. Pass after pass consistency and repeatability.
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
Save on those expensive engine components with a proven safe, clean neutral.
No modulator bore modifications required.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-SR-1-2-3-CN, does not require special clean neutral shifter (shifter cannot have traditional Neutral position lockout).
The latest innovation in the Hipster Brake from Automatic Transmission Design.
A direct replacement for Hipster's Iron Turbo 400 transbrake.
Improved fluid passages and flow provide for faster release than an iron valvebody. The fastest external solenoid brake on the market!
Instant set up. Pass after pass consistency and repeatability.
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
Available in traditional version, or with engine braking for street driving (please specify when you order).
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
The latest innovation in the Hipster Brake from Automatic Transmission Design.
A significant step up from Hipster's Iron Turbo 400 1+2 transbrake.
Improved fluid passages and flow provide for faster release than an iron valvebody. The fastest external solenoid brake on the market!
Instant set up. Pass after pass consistency and repeatability.
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
No modulator bore modifications required.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
A significant improvement in overall performance and shift timing thanks to optimized fluid passageways, improved flow rate, and reduced weight make this the best RMVB on the market!
Instant shift timing. Engine braking for street drivablitily without sacrificing safety or sprag life.
Precision CNC machined in the USA from aerospace aluminum for the ultimate combination of performance, weight reduction, and durability.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
The tried and true performer.
Launch from the line in 1st gear with the most consistent Turbo 400 Trans Brake available.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
The one that started it all.
Hipster's Original Iron Pro Brake Powerglide Trans Brake.
Forward Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-2-1.
Hipster's consistent high performance transbrake valvebody for the Turbo 350.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
ATD's high performance full manual control forward shift pattern Turbo 400 valvebody.
Forward Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-3-2-1.
ATD's high performance full manual control forward shift pattern valvebody for Turbo 350.
Forward Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-3-2-1.
ATD's high performance full manual control reverse shift pattern valvebody for Turbo 350.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
ATD's performance reverse manual valvebody for the Ford enthusiast.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
ATD's performance forward manual valvebody for the Ford enthusiast.
Forward Manual Shift Pattner: P-R-N-3-2-1.
ATD's performance manual valvebody for the Ford enthusiast.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
Use of a trans brake in a street driven vehicle is incredibly dangerous and can lead to serious accidents resulting in damage to personal property and/or injury/death to the driver and others. As such, there is no warranty stated or implied due to the unusual stress placed on high-performance parts and because we have no control of how they are installed, used, maintained, or modified outside of our own design and construction. Automatic Transmission Design, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for any personal injury or loss resulting from the use of these products in any matter.
The quickest Powerglide trans brake on the market.
Unmatchable consistency and performance.
Forward Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-2-1.
The industry leading cast 1+2 trans brake from Automatic Transmission Design.
Leave the line in either 1st or 2nd Gear, and leave the competition in the dust!
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
ATD's high performance full manual control reverse shift pattern Turbo 400 valvebody.
Reverse Manual Shift Pattern: P-R-N-1-2-3.
Hipster's Ford C4 Trans Brake Valvebody
Hipster's Ford C6 Trans Brake Valvebody
Hipster's Torqueflight 727 Trans Brake Valvebody
Our featured showcase of historic race wins, championships, and records. The list continues to grow, so stay tuned. We want you to be featured here. If you would like to be highlighted on the Win With ATD showcase, please email - make sure to include event details, dates, and pictures!
Year | Class | Driver | Notes | |
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2015 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Midwest Drag Radial Association @ Byron: 4.778 @ 149.85 mph (9/13/2015). | |
2015 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Midwest Drag Radial Association X275 Class Record: 4.674 (9/13/2015). | |
2015 | MORR Super Stock Truck | Mitch Dorr | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2015 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2015 | Pro 2 | Keegan Kincaid | Crandon World Champion | |
2015 | MORR Super Truck | Troy Retzlaff | Crandon World Champion | |
2015 | MORR Super Stock Truck | Mitch Dorr | Crandon World Champion | |
2015 | MORR Stock Truck | Cory Marquardt | Crandon World Champion | |
2015 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Dave Miah | Crandon World Champion | |
2015 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Great Lakes Dragaway 275 Track Record: 4.75 (9/3/2015). | |
2015 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Route 66 Raceway Track Record: 4.698 @ 152.42 mph (5/9/2015). | |
2015 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Sikeston Raceway Track Record: 4.601 @ 154.15 mph (4/25/2015). | |
2014 | Pro 2 | Brian Deegan | Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series Points Champion, 14/15 Podiums. | |
2014 | Pro 2 | Chad Hord | Crandon World Champion | |
2014 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2014 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Midwest Off Road Racing Sportsman Truck Challenge Winner | |
2014 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Crandon World Champion | |
2014 | MORR Stock Truck | Cory Marquardt | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2014 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Dave Miah | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2014 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Dave Miah | Crandon World Champion | |
2014 | MORR Super Stock Truck | Mitch Dorr | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2014 | MORR Super Truck | Tim Nelson | Crandon World Champion | |
2014 | X275 | Jimmy Plimpton | Midwest Drag Radial Association X275 @ Byron Dragway | |
2014 | Pro 2 | Chad Hord | Crandon FCP Cup Race Champion | |
2013 | Pro Light | Brian Deegan | Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series Points Champion. | |
2013 | Pro Light | Keegan Kincaid | TORC: The Off Road Championship Points Champion | |
2013 | Pro 2 | CJ Greaves | Crandon AMSOIL Cup Champion | |
2013 | Pro Light | Bradley Morris | Crandon Track Record: 1:24.681 | |
2013 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2013 | MORR Stock Truck | Cory Marquardt | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2013 | MORR Stock Truck | Cory Marquardt | Crandon World Champion | |
2013 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Brad Lamarche | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2013 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Brad Lamarche | Crandon World Champion | |
2013 | MORR Super Truck | Bob Gremler | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2013 | MORR Super Truck | Bob Gremler | Crandon World Champion | |
2012 | Pro 2 | Brian Deegan | Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series Points Champion. | |
2012 | Pro Light | Brad Lovell | TORC: The Off Road Championship Points Champion | |
2012 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2012 | MORR Classix | Dale Chestnut | Crandon World Champion | |
2012 | MORR Formula 4x4 | Brad Lamarche | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2012 | MORR Super Truck | Bob Gremler | Midwest Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2012 | MORR Super Truck | Bob Gremler | Crandon World Champion | |
2011 | Pro 2 | Brian Deegan | Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series Points Champion. | |
2011 | Pro Light | Brian Deegan | Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series Points Champion. | |
2011 | Pro 2 | Chad Hord | Crandon AMSOIL Cup Champion | |
2011 | Pro 2 | Jeff Kincaid | Crandon Brush Run Cup Champion | |
2010 | Pro 2 | Ricky Johnson | TORC: The Off Road Championship Points Champion | |
2010 | Pro 2 | Jeff Kincaid | Crandon Brush Run Cup Champion | |
2010 | Stock Truck | Scott Beauchamp | Crandon Mole Lake Stock Truck Cup Fall Champion | |
2010 | Stock Truck | Mitch Dorr | Crandon Mole Lake Stock Truck Cup Spring Champion | |
2009 | Pro 4 | Kyle LeDuc | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
2009 | Pro 2 | Ricky Johnson | Crandon Brush Run Cup Champion | |
2009 | Stock Truck | Scott Beauchamp | Crandon Mole Lake Stock Truck Cup Fall Champion | |
2009 | Stock Truck | Mitch Dorr | Crandon Mole Lake Stock Truck Cup Spring Champion | |
2008 | Pro 2 | Dan Vanden Heuvel | World Series of Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2008 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
2007 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | World Series of Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2007 | Super Truck | Ben Wandahsega | World Series of Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2007 | Stock Truck | Scott Beauchamp | World Series of Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2005 | Pro 4 | Jason Baldwin | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
2005 | Pro 4 | Josh Baldwin | Crandon Brush Run Cup Champion | |
2004 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2004 | Pro 4 | Carl Renezeder | Crandon Governor's Cup Champion | |
2003 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2003 | Pro 4 | Carl Renezeder | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
2002 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2002 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
2002 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Crandon Governor's Cup Champion | |
2001 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
2000 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
1999 | Pro 2 | Scott Taylor | Championship Off Road Racing Points Champion | |
1998 | Pro 4 | Curt LeDuc | Crandon Borg-Warner Challenge Cup Champion | |
1997 | Class 8 | Scott Taylor | SODA Points Champion |