COMP Cams Evolution Series Hydraulic Roller Lifters

2003–2024 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ram 1500 5.7L/6.1L/6.2L/6.4L HEMI

Part #: 85601-16

Overview

The COMP Cams Evolution Series Hydraulic Roller Lifters are engineered specifically for Gen III Chrysler HEMI engines, covering model years 2003 through 2024. Designed as direct drop-in replacements, these lifters deliver superior hydraulic performance and durability for 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.2L, and 6.4L HEMI engines found in Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Ram 1500 trucks.

Ideal for performance enthusiasts, engine builders, and racers, these lifters offer a quiet, responsive valve train experience with enhanced longevity. Featuring patented Hydraulic Cartridge Technology (HCT), they provide consistent bleed rates and reduced oil aeration, making them a significant upgrade over stock and traditional hydraulic lifters.

Key Features

COMP Cams Evolution HCT lifters incorporate advanced engineering to meet the demands of modern high-performance HEMI engines. Key benefits include:

• Patented Hydraulic Cartridge Technology ensures uniform bleed rates and superior hydraulic performance
• Reduced oil volume inside the cartridge minimizes aeration effects for improved responsiveness
• Exceptionally quiet operation with significantly reduced startup noise and valve train chatter
• Stiff lifter body construction resists distortion, maintaining consistent valve timing under high loads
• Serviceable hydraulic cartridge allows for easy rebuilds and extended lifter life, a first in hydraulic lifters
• Extra 0.05" height on Gen III HEMI lifters ensures maximum engagement in lifter trays and increased lobe lift
• Compatible with high RPM applications, delivering reliable performance in demanding conditions
• Direct drop-in replacement for Gen III Chrysler HEMI engines (excluding Multi-Displacement Systems)

Construction & Design

The Evolution Series lifters are built with durability and precision in mind. The patented hydraulic cartridge features a smaller oil volume, which enhances lifter responsiveness and reduces noise caused by aerated oil. Constructed from high-strength materials, the lifter body resists distortion and maintains consistent valve actuation even under extreme engine loads.

This robust design supports the rigorous environments of modern performance engines while preserving OEM-style fitment and ease of installation. The serviceable cartridge design allows enthusiasts and professional mechanics to rebuild the lifters in a home garage, extending their service life and reducing maintenance costs.

Performance & Sound

These lifters are among the quietest hydraulic lifters available, significantly reducing startup noise and valve train chatter for a smoother driving experience. The controlled bleed-down rate ensures stable valve timing at high RPMs, making them ideal for performance engines that demand both quiet operation and durability. The Evolution HCT lifters combine the smoothness of hydraulic tappets with the high-RPM capability required by modern builds.

Installation & Fitment

The COMP Cams Evolution HCT lifters are designed as direct drop-in replacements for 2003–2024 Gen III Chrysler HEMI engines, including the 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.2L, and 6.4L variants found in Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Ram 1500 models. No special modifications or machining are required for installation.

Note that these lifters are not compatible with Multi-Displacement Systems (MDS). The additional 0.05" height on the lifter body ensures proper engagement in lifter trays and allows for increased lobe lift compared to stock lifters, optimizing valve train performance.

What's Included

• Set of COMP Cams Evolution HCT Drop-In Roller Lifters (Part #85601-16)
• Serviceable hydraulic cartridges pre-installed
• Installation instructions and rebuild guidelines

Ideal For

The Evolution Series Hydraulic Roller Lifters are perfect for performance enthusiasts, engine builders, and racers who require consistent hydraulic lifter performance at high RPMs without sacrificing quiet operation. They are well suited for street, strip, and mild competition applications where reliability, durability, and serviceability are critical.

COMP Cams is a leading performance valvetrain manufacturer, known for camshafts and supporting components built for everything from mild street upgrades to full race engines. Their product range covers camshafts, lifters, valve springs, rocker arms, and timing/valvetrain parts—key pieces for dialing in powerband, drivability, and RPM capability.