Fabspeed Competition Air Intake C8 Corvette Z06 (2023+)

Unlock more airflow from the 2023+ C8 Corvette Z06 with the Fabspeed Super High-Flow Competition Air Intake System. Engineered specifically around the airflow demands of the Z06's high-revving 5.5L LT6 flat-plane-crank V8, this premium carbon fiber intake replaces the restrictive factory airbox with a significantly higher-flowing design. Fabspeed developed the system from the ground up using advanced CAD engineering and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to optimize airflow through the entire intake tract. Massive dual 6-inch (150mm) cone filters with integrated velocity stacks provide increased filter surface area and airflow capacity, while the carbon fiber airbox helps isolate incoming air from engine-bay heat. The result is a true performance-focused intake rather than simply an engine-bay appearance upgrade. Fabspeed reports dyno-tested gains of up to 18 horsepower and 20 lb-ft of torque, along with improved throttle response and increased induction sound. Actual results will vary based on vehicle configuration, modifications, fuel, ambient conditions, and testing methodology. Fitment Notes Fits 2023+ Chevrolet Corvette C8 Z06 Designed specifically for the 5.5L LT6 V8 Direct replacement for the factory intake system Bolt-on installation Designed around the airflow requirements of the high-revving Z06 rather than adapting a standard C8 Stingray intake Fabspeed states the system is designed to maintain compatibility with factory emissions equipment. Included Fabspeed carbon fiber airbox assembly (2) High-capacity 6-inch / 150mm cone air filters Integrated velocity stacks Clear Lexan inspection cover Intake ducting/components Installation hardware Product Specs Manufacturer: Fabspeed Motorsport Part Number: FS.CHEVY.C8Z06.XXX.CAI Application: 2023+ C8 Corvette Z06 Engine: 5.5L Naturally Aspirated LT6 V8 Airbox Material: Carbon Fiber Filter Configuration: Dual high-flow cone filters Filter Size: 6" / 150mm Velocity Stacks: Integrated Airbox Cover: Clear Lexan Engineering: CAD designed and CFD optimized Installation: Bolt-on factory intake replacement Fabspeed Claimed Power Gain: Up to +18 HP Fabspeed Claimed Torque Gain: Up to +20 LB-FT Product Features Up to +18 HP & +20 LB-FT – Fabspeed reports measurable horsepower and torque improvements from its development vehicle, demonstrating the performance potential of reducing intake restriction on the LT6. Dual 6-Inch High-Flow Filters – Massive 150mm cone filters provide substantial surface area and airflow capacity to support the Z06's high-RPM airflow demands. Integrated Velocity Stacks – Designed to smooth incoming airflow as it transitions from the filters into the intake tract, improving overall airflow efficiency. CAD Engineered & CFD Optimized – Fabspeed used Computational Fluid Dynamics during development to optimize airflow and reduce restrictions compared with the factory intake system. Premium Carbon Fiber Airbox – Lightweight carbon fiber construction provides a high-end engine-bay appearance while helping minimize heat transfer from the surrounding engine compartment. Clear Lexan Inspection Cover – Shows off the dual-filter, velocity-stack design while providing quick access to the filters for cleaning, inspection, and replacement. Why Upgrade? The LT6 is unlike virtually any other production Corvette engine. Its 5.5L displacement, flat-plane crankshaft, individual throttle bodies, and 8,600-rpm redline mean the engine requires a tremendous volume of air as RPM increases. Improving airflow before the engine can therefore be particularly valuable on a platform designed to make its power at high engine speeds. Rather than simply installing higher-flow filters inside the factory airbox, Fabspeed completely re-engineered the intake around the LT6. The combination of dual 150mm filters, integrated velocity stacks, CFD-optimized airflow paths, and a carbon fiber airbox is designed to reduce restriction while supplying a greater volume of cool ambient air to the engine. That makes this intake an excellent standalone upgrade for a stock Z06, but it becomes even more compelling on cars equipped with high-flow sport cats, headers, exhaust systems, throttle-body upgrades, or ECU tuning, where maximizing airflow throughout the entire engine combination becomes increasingly important. Beyond the performance benefits, the exposed carbon fiber construction and clear Lexan cover dramatically improve the appearance of the Z06 engine bay while making the intake hardware itself part of the car's presentation. Feed the LT6 the airflow it demands with a purpose-built, CFD-developed carbon fiber intake engineered for the C8 Z06's 8,600-rpm performance envelope.