Kinugawa TF035HL-15T Turbo Upgrade for Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun / L200 4M41 3.2 DI-D 2003–2011 – 150–220HP

The Kinugawa TF035HL-15T is a bolt-on performance turbocharger upgrade for compatible Mitsubishi 4M41 3.2-litre DI-D diesel applications from 2003–2011, including Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun, Triton / L200 / Strada and selected Pajero Sport / Montero Sport models.

Designed to replace the later TF035HL-14GK2 turbocharger family, the Kinugawa TF035HL-15T increases compressor capacity while retaining the compact factory-style installation, internal wastegate and stock-type compressor housing.

Kinugawa rates this turbocharger at approximately 150–220HP crank horsepower for diesel applications and states that it provides approximately +30% torque over the stock TF035HL-14GK2 with no reduction in boost response.

The upgrade uses a larger 42 / 56mm 15T compressor wheel compared with the approximately 39.58 / 51mm stock compressor, while retaining a 43 / 37.7mm TF035HL turbine wheel.

Power Capability: 150–220HP crank horsepower for diesel

Performance Increase: approximately +30% torque over the stock TF035HL-14GK2 according to Kinugawa

Engine: Mitsubishi 4M41 3.2L DI-D Turbo Diesel

Turbo Type: TF035HL-15T performance upgrade

Fitment: Direct bolt-on for the corresponding TF035HL-14GK2 application with no modifications required to the turbo mounting arrangement

Important: The quoted horsepower rating represents turbocharger capability rather than guaranteed engine output. Actual performance depends on engine condition, fuel delivery, boost pressure, intercooling, intake and exhaust flow and correct engine calibration.

Vehicle & Engine Applications

Kinugawa lists this later TF035HL-15T for a broader range of Mitsubishi 4M41 applications than the earlier 2000–2003 turbo.

This turbo is also listed by Kinugawa as suitable for compatible 4M41 Common Rail engines.

Because Mitsubishi used several turbocharger variations across different markets and production years, the original turbocharger number should always be checked before ordering.

Early 2000–2003 vs Later 2003–2011 TF035HL-15T

OFM4x4 offers both Kinugawa TF035HL-15T configurations for the Mitsubishi 4M41 engine.

If your vehicle was manufactured around 2003, do not choose the turbo by registration year alone. Check the identification number on the original turbocharger.

If your vehicle uses the earlier TF035HL-14GK / 49135-034xx turbo family, see the Kinugawa TF035HL-15T 2000–2003 4M41 Turbo Upgrade.

OEM & Turbocharger References

This later Kinugawa TF035HL-15T is designed to replace the following original turbocharger family:

• TF035HL-14GK2
• 49135-02910
• 49135-02911
• 49135-02912
• 49135-02920
• 49135-02921

These references are particularly useful when distinguishing this later turbo from the earlier TF035HL-14GK / 49135-034xx installation.

Technical Specifications

Available Configuration Options

The later TF035HL-15T is available with different compressor and turbine wheel configurations so the turbo can be tailored towards the intended driving characteristics.

Compressor Housing

Stock Type

The compressor housing is fixed as the stock-type configuration. There is no separate Anti-Surge / Non Anti-Surge housing selection on this product.

This stock-type compressor cover helps retain the original installation layout while accommodating the larger 15T compressor wheel.

Compressor Wheel Options

• Cast 6+6
• Billet 6+6
• Billet 11+0

All three configurations use the 42 / 56mm 15T compressor dimensions.

Kinugawa identifies the compressor blade configurations according to their intended characteristics:

• 6+6 blade: focused towards stronger low-end torque
• 11+0 blade: focused towards greater top-end speed and airflow

For road-driven, towing, touring or off-road 4M41 applications where usable low and mid-range torque are important, the 6+6 configuration is particularly relevant.

Turbine Wheel Options

• 11 Blades STD
• 9 Blades STS

Both turbine configurations use the same 43 / 37.7mm TF035HL dimensions.

Turbine wheel design influences rotating inertia, spool characteristics, exhaust-flow capacity and performance at higher engine speeds.

Spring / Actuator Pressure Options

The default actuator pressure is:

1.0 bar / 14.7 PSI – Default

Alternative Kinugawa actuator pressures available on request include:

• 0.3 bar
• 0.5 bar
• 0.8 bar
• 1.0 bar – Default
• 1.2 bar
• 1.5 bar
• 1.7 bar
• 2.0 bar

Important: Actuator pressure should be selected to suit the ECU calibration, intended boost pressure and engine specification. Installing a higher-pressure actuator alone is not a safe method of increasing engine output.

Cooling Type

Oil & Water Cooled

The TF035HL-15T centre housing uses engine oil for journal-bearing lubrication and engine coolant for additional thermal management.

42 / 56mm 15T Compressor Upgrade

The larger compressor is the principal performance difference between the Kinugawa TF035HL-15T and the original TF035HL-14GK2.

The larger 15T compressor provides greater airflow while retaining the compact TF035HL turbine assembly, allowing Kinugawa to increase performance without sacrificing the responsive characteristics required by a road-driven 3.2-litre diesel 4x4.

+30% Torque with No Reduction in Boost Response

Kinugawa specifically describes this later TF035HL-15T as producing approximately 30% greater torque than the stock TF035HL-14GK2 while maintaining boost response.

This combination makes the turbo particularly attractive for Mitsubishi 4x4 applications where additional performance is required without turning the vehicle into a high-RPM-only build.

Typical applications include:

• Daily road driving
• Towing
• Touring
• Overlanding
• Off-road use
• Vehicles fitted with larger tyres
• Vehicles carrying additional accessories and equipment
• Modified 4M41 Common Rail engines
• Mild-to-moderate performance builds

150–220HP Performance Capability

Kinugawa rates this TF035HL-15T for approximately 150–220HP crank horsepower on diesel applications.

This gives the turbocharger useful airflow headroom for tuned 4M41 engines while keeping the installation substantially closer to the original Mitsubishi turbo configuration than a universal or large-frame turbo conversion.

Actual achievable output will depend on:

• Engine condition
• Common Rail fuel-system capability
• ECU calibration
• Boost pressure
• Intercooler efficiency
• Air intake restriction
• Exhaust-system flow
• Exhaust gas temperature
• Engine cooling system
• Supporting modifications

Suitable for 4M41 Common Rail Engines

Kinugawa specifically states that this later TF035HL-15T is suitable for compatible 4M41 Common Rail diesel engines.

This is an important distinction from the earlier 2000–2003 turbo and one of the reasons the two Kinugawa products should remain as separate OFM4x4 listings.

ECU calibration becomes particularly important when increasing boost and airflow on a Common Rail engine because fuel delivery, boost control and engine protection strategies are electronically managed.

Direct Bolt-On Installation

Kinugawa describes this turbocharger as a direct bolt-on upgrade requiring no turbo-mounting modifications when fitted to the correct TF035HL-14GK2 application.

The turbine housing specification includes:

• 4cm² nozzle area
• 3-bolt turbine inlet
• 4-bolt turbine outlet
• Internal wastegate

This avoids the fabrication normally required when converting the 4M41 to a completely different turbocharger mounting system.

Always confirm the original turbocharger reference first. A direct bolt-on claim only applies when the vehicle uses the corresponding TF035HL-14GK2 installation.

Journal Bearing with 360° Performance Thrust Bearing

The Kinugawa TF035HL-15T uses a journal-bearing centre section with a 360-degree performance thrust bearing.

The 360-degree thrust bearing provides full-circumference thrust support and is particularly beneficial in a performance turbocharger where increased compressor airflow and boost can create higher axial loading.

Oil & Water Cooling

The turbocharger uses both engine oil and coolant.

Engine oil provides lubrication to the journal-bearing assembly, while coolant circulation through the centre housing assists with thermal management.

Correct oil feed, unrestricted oil drainage and proper coolant circulation are essential for turbocharger reliability.

Which Compressor Wheel Should I Choose?

For most Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun and L200 builds where usable torque is more important than maximum high-RPM performance, the 6+6 compressor configuration is likely to be the most appropriate choice.

Which Turbine Wheel Should I Choose?

The TF035HL-15T is available with:

• 11-Blade STD – conventional all-round turbine configuration
• 9-Blade STS – performance-oriented alternative turbine design

The correct combination depends on the desired balance between turbo response, exhaust flow and higher-RPM performance.

Earlier 2000–2003 TF035HL-15T

If your Pajero / Shogun uses the earlier turbocharger configuration, OFM4x4 also offers the Kinugawa TF035HL-15T for Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun 4M41 2000–2003.

The earlier version is associated with:

• TF035HL-14GK
• 49135-03410
• 49135-03411
• ME191474
• ME203949

This later product instead corresponds with the TF035HL-14GK2 / 49135-029xx family.

What’s Included

• 1 × Kinugawa TF035HL-15T Turbocharger
• 1 × Turbine inlet gasket
• 1 × Oil supply bolt for turbo side
• 2 × Water coolant bolts for turbo side
• 1 × Kinugawa balance report with anti-counterfeit tag

Manufacturing & Warranty

The Kinugawa TF035HL-15T is supplied brand new and includes an individual balance report with anti-counterfeit identification.

Kinugawa currently provides a 1-year warranty from the purchase date, subject to the manufacturer's warranty terms and conditions.

Installation Notes

• Confirm that the original turbo belongs to the TF035HL-14GK2 / 49135-029xx family
• Pay particular attention to vehicles produced around the 2003 changeover
• Check the engine oil feed and return system before fitting
• Check coolant lines and connections
• Inspect the intake and intercooler system if the previous turbo failed
• Prime the turbocharger with clean engine oil before first start
• Check all intake and boost connections for leaks
• Check turbine inlet and exhaust connections for leaks
• Verify actual boost pressure after installation
• Ensure ECU fuelling and boost control are suitable for the upgraded turbo
• EGT and boost monitoring are recommended on modified vehicles
• Professional installation and ECU calibration are recommended for performance applications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Which engine does this Kinugawa TF035HL-15T fit?
A: It is designed for compatible Mitsubishi 4M41 3.2-litre DI-D diesel applications using the later TF035HL-14GK2 turbo configuration.

Q2: Does it fit the Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun?
A: Yes. Kinugawa specifically lists compatible Pajero III 3.2 DI-D 4M41 applications from 2003–2006. UK-market Shogun compatibility should be confirmed using the original turbo reference.

Q3: Does it fit the Mitsubishi L200?
A: Kinugawa lists Mitsubishi Triton ML / L200 / Strada 4M41 3.2L applications from approximately 2005–2011.

Q4: Does it fit the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport / Montero Sport?
A: Kinugawa lists compatible Pajero Sport / Montero Sport applications from approximately 2008–2011.

Q5: Is this suitable for a 4M41 Common Rail engine?
A: Yes. Kinugawa specifically states that this later TF035HL-15T is suitable for compatible 4M41 Common Rail applications.

Q6: Which original turbo does it replace?
A: It replaces the TF035HL-14GK2 family including 49135-02910, 49135-02911, 49135-02912, 49135-02920 and 49135-02921.

Q7: How much power can the TF035HL-15T support?
A: Kinugawa rates this turbocharger at approximately 150–220HP crank horsepower for diesel applications.

Q8: What torque increase does Kinugawa state?
A: Kinugawa describes the turbo as providing approximately +30% torque over the stock TF035HL-14GK2.

Q9: Does the larger turbo reduce boost response?
A: Kinugawa specifically states that the upgrade provides the increased torque without reducing boost response compared with the stock TF035HL-14GK2.

Q10: What size compressor wheel does it use?
A: The Kinugawa 15T compressor measures 42 / 56mm compared with approximately 39.58 / 51mm for the stock compressor.

Q11: What compressor wheel options are available?
A: Kinugawa offers Cast 6+6, Billet 6+6 and Billet 11+0 compressor wheel configurations.

Q12: Which compressor wheel is best for low-end torque?
A: Kinugawa identifies the 6+6 blade design as the low-end-torque-focused configuration.

Q13: Which compressor wheel is better for top-end performance?
A: Kinugawa identifies the 11+0 blade configuration as more focused on top-end speed and airflow.

Q14: What compressor housing does it use?
A: It uses a stock-type compressor housing.

Q15: Is there an Anti-Surge compressor housing option?
A: No separate Anti-Surge housing option is shown on the current Kinugawa product configurator. The compressor housing is listed as stock type.

Q16: What size turbine wheel does it use?
A: The TF035HL turbine wheel measures 43 / 37.7mm.

Q17: What turbine wheel options are available?
A: Kinugawa offers 11-Blade STD and 9-Blade STS turbine configurations.

Q18: What turbine housing does it use?
A: It uses a 4cm² turbine housing with a 3-bolt inlet, 4-bolt outlet and internal wastegate.

Q19: Is this a direct bolt-on upgrade?
A: Yes, when fitted to the correct TF035HL-14GK2 application. Kinugawa describes it as a direct bolt-on turbo requiring no turbo-mounting modifications.

Q20: What bearing system does it use?
A: It uses a journal-bearing centre section with a 360-degree performance thrust bearing.

Q21: Is it oil and water cooled?
A: Yes. The centre housing uses engine oil for lubrication and engine coolant for thermal management.

Q22: What is the standard actuator pressure?
A: The standard actuator pressure is 1.0 bar / 14.7 PSI.

Q23: Can different actuator pressures be supplied?
A: Yes. Kinugawa lists 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.5, 1.7 and 2.0 bar alternatives in addition to the standard 1.0 bar actuator.

Q24: Is this the correct turbo for every Mitsubishi 4M41?
A: No. Different TF035HL turbo configurations were used. Always check the original turbocharger number before ordering.

Q25: My Pajero / Shogun is a 2003 model. Which turbo do I need?
A: Because 2003 falls around the changeover, check the original turbo number. This later product covers the TF035HL-14GK2 / 49135-029xx family. The earlier product covers TF035HL-14GK / 49135-034xx.

Q26: Do you also offer the earlier 2000–2003 version?
A: Yes. See the Kinugawa TF035HL-15T 2000–2003 4M41 Turbo Upgrade for compatible early Pajero III / Shogun applications.

Q27: What is included with the turbo?
A: The package includes the TF035HL-15T turbocharger, turbine inlet gasket, turbo-side oil supply bolt, two turbo-side coolant bolts and a Kinugawa balance report with anti-counterfeit tag.

Why Buy from OFM4x4.CO.UK

• Kinugawa performance turbochargers for Mitsubishi 4x4 applications
• Both early and later 4M41 TF035HL-15T configurations available
• Turbo options for Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun, Triton / L200 and compatible applications
• Cast and billet compressor wheel options
• STD and STS turbine wheel configurations
• Multiple actuator pressure options
• Technical assistance with turbo selection and compatibility
• Supporting Mitsubishi 4x4 performance upgrades available
• UK-based customer service