Carrillo

Building an engine that has to handle high power and high revs? Carrillo is known for steel connecting rods for racing and performance engines, where strength and reliability are crucial. Here you’ll find connecting rods and matching bolts for many popular car and motorcycle engines, for both street builds and pure motorsport.

American connecting rods with motorsport roots

Carrillo is an American brand with a long history in motorsport, where the name is closely associated with high-quality connecting rods. Today Carrillo is part of CP-Carrillo together with piston maker CP Pistons, so pistons and rods can be developed to work together. The rods are made from high-strength steel and machined to tight tolerances, with bolts and materials chosen to handle the forces in an engine with a turbo, supercharger, nitrous or very high revs. That is why Carrillo is used in everything from drag racing and circuit racing to high-horsepower street cars.

Carrillo’s key products

The core of the range is H-beam and A-beam connecting rods for a wide range of engines from Ford, GM, Honda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota and BMW, among others, as well as for motorcycles. The rods usually come in sets, balanced and ready to install, with heavy-duty rod bolts in different strength grades. The choice of bolt and design depends on how much power the engine will make and how it will be used. Carrillo also offers replacement bolts and other service parts. See each product for engine fitment.

Buy Carrillo from us

We specialise in performance parts and know what it takes for a project to succeed. You get a wide selection, competitive prices and personal service if you have questions along the way. Find the Carrillo solution for your project and take the next step towards more performance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between H-beam and A-beam connecting rods?

Both are strong designs for performance engines. H-beam is the most common choice for turbocharged or supercharged engines, while A-beam is a stiff, light design often used where weight and revs matter. Check the description on each product for recommended use.

Can Carrillo rods be used with CP pistons?

Yes, Carrillo and CP Pistons belong to the same company, and many sets are developed to work together. Always check the wrist pin, rod length and engine specifications before ordering.

How do I know if a part fits my car?

Contact us with your car’s make, model, year and preferably engine code, and we’ll help you find the right part.

What is the delivery time?

The delivery time is shown on each product page. It depends on whether the item is in stock in our own warehouse or with our supplier.