Description
The Mishimoto BMW N55 Performance Aluminum Charge Pipe Kit (MMICP-N55-11) replaces the brittle stock plastic charge pipes on N55-powered BMWs with mandrel-bent aluminum pipes, CNC-machined quick-disconnect flanges, and a durable silicone coupler. Built to keep pace with an engine capable of producing over 600 horsepower on stock internals, this kit tackles the well-known weak point of the factory charge air system: plastic pipes that become brittle after a decade of boost cycling and are prone to catastrophic failure.
As boost demands climb on a tuned N55, the factory forced induction system’s plastic charge pipes are often the first components to fail, turning every hard pull of the throttle into a gamble. Mishimoto’s aluminum charge pipe kit reinforces this critical link in the induction system by replacing both the throttle body pipe and the intercooler pipe, so there’s no remaining plastic component to become the weakest link. The CNC-machined quick-disconnect flanges are engineered to be perfectly round for a leak-free seal, and the silicone coupler joining the two pipes is built to handle increased boost pressures and heat far beyond what the stock plastic pipe could tolerate, whether the car is a stock daily driver or a heavily tuned performance induction build.
Vehicle Applications
This charge pipe kit is a direct fit for the N55-powered BMW lineup spanning the 2011-2018 model years. Coverage includes the BMW 335i (2012-2015), 335i xDrive (2013-2015), 335i GT xDrive (2014-2016), 328i GT xDrive (2014-2015), ActiveHybrid 3 (2013-2015), M135i (2013-2016), 435i (2014-2016), 435i xDrive (2014-2016), 435i Gran Coupe and 435i xDrive Gran Coupe (2015-2016), M235i (2014-2016), M235i xDrive (2015-2016), M2 (2016-2018), X3 (2011-2017), and X4 (2015-2018), all equipped with the N55 engine.
Features
- Direct fit for 2011-2018 BMW models equipped with the N55 engine
- Aluminum pipes with CNC-machined flanges won’t crack under increased boost
- Precision-machined quick-disconnects ensure leak-free performance
- Included O-rings and quick-disconnect clips save time and prevent leaks
- Smooth mandrel bends ensure ample flow for modified vehicles
- Silicone coupler withstands greater boost pressures and heat than stock plastic
- Includes both throttle body pipe and intercooler pipe for complete reliability
- Included mounting hardware keeps pipes secure and prevents damage
- Two 1/8-NPT ports for easy addition of boost sensors
- Micro-wrinkle black powder-coated finish for a stealth look
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Pipe Material: Aluminum
- Pipe Color: Black
- Finish: Powder Coated
- Pipe Bend Type: Mandrel
- Coupler Material: Silicone
- Coupler Color: Black
- Clamp Type: Worm Gear
- Hot Side Pipe Inside Diameter: 2.5 in
- Cold Side Pipe Inside Diameter: 2.5 in
- Overall Width: 5.5 in
- Overall Height: 7.64 in
- Overall Length: 25.75 in
- Engine Codes: N55
- Chassis Codes: F30, F25, F26, F20, F21, F22, F23, E82, E88
- Includes: (2) Intercooler Pipes, (1) Silicone Coupler, (2) O-rings, (2) Quick-Disconnect Spring Clips, (2) Worm Gear Clamps, Mounting Hardware, Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Mishimoto MMICP-N55-11 charge pipe kit fit?
This kit is a direct fit for 2011-2018 BMW N55-powered models, including the 335i (2012-2015), 335i xDrive (2013-2015), 335i GT xDrive (2014-2016), 328i GT xDrive (2014-2015), ActiveHybrid 3 (2013-2015), M135i (2013-2016), 435i (2014-2016), 435i xDrive (2014-2016), 435i Gran Coupe and 435i xDrive Gran Coupe (2015-2016), M235i (2014-2016), M235i xDrive (2015-2016), M2 (2016-2018), X3 (2011-2017), and X4 (2015-2018).
What material is the charge pipe kit made from?
The pipes are constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum with a black powder-coated finish, replacing the factory plastic pipes. The kit also includes a black silicone coupler.
Does the kit include both the throttle body pipe and intercooler pipe?
Yes, the kit replaces both the throttle body pipe and the intercooler pipe, eliminating plastic components from the charge air system.
What is included in the Mishimoto N55 charge pipe kit?
The kit includes (2) Intercooler Pipes, (1) Silicone Coupler, (2) O-rings, (2) Quick-Disconnect Spring Clips, (2) Worm Gear Clamps, mounting hardware, and the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Does this charge pipe kit support boost sensor addition?
Yes, the kit includes two 1/8-NPT ports for easy addition of boost sensors.
What is the pipe diameter on this charge pipe kit?
The hot side and cold side pipes both have a 2.5 inch inside diameter.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Not CARB approved. This item is not legal for sale or use on pollution-controlled motor vehicles in California or states that adopt California emissions standards. Intended for off-road / competition use where permitted by law.
