B&M Automatic Transmission Shifter Cable

B&M Automatic Transmission Shifter Cables: Built for Precision, Proven on the Strip

When it comes to translating driver input into crisp, confident gear changes, the shifter cable is one of the most critical links in the drivetrain chain. B&M — a brand that has been at the vanguard of the automotive performance aftermarket since the early 1950s — brings that same race-bred engineering philosophy to every automatic transmission shifter cable they produce. Whether you're building a dedicated race car or upgrading a high-performance street machine, B&M's shifter cables are engineered to keep your shifts accurate and authoritative.

Two Distinct Lines for Street and Race Applications

B&M offers automatic transmission shifter cables across two core product lines, each optimized for a different level of demand:

• Performance Shifter Cables — These are B&M's performance replacement cables for most of their shifters, featuring a .250-inch "long-lay" outer jacket that is stiffer and less prone to kinking for enhanced durability. They are properly clearanced internally to reduce backlash and come pre-lubed for smooth operation. Available in lengths ranging from 4 to 6 feet, they are the standard cable supplied with most B&M shifter units.
• Super Duty Race Shifter Cables — B&M's hardcore Super Duty Race shifter cables are available with a black cable housing for most B&M shifters and come in 3, 4, 5, or 8-foot lengths. The spiral wound steel strand inner cable is pre-lubed for smooth operation, and these cables offer up to 50 percent less backlash than competitive cables for positive, confidence-inspiring shifts. They also feature a heavy-duty 1,000 lb. pull strength internal cable with rotary swaged ends for long cable service life.

Engineering Details That Make the Difference

The gap between a sloppy shift and a crisp one often comes down to cable quality. B&M's Super Duty cables address this at every level:

• They are properly clearanced to reduce backlash to within .015 in./ft., and feature a large 0.375-inch "long-lay" thermoplastic outer jacket that is stiffer and less prone to kinking than competing cables.
• The cable features an eyelet at one end to connect to the shifter and a 10-32 threaded end at the transmission side with a 2.50-inch stroke.
• This is the same type of cable supplied when you purchase a B&M Race shifter.

Broad Transmission Compatibility

B&M automatic shifter cables are designed for GM, Ford, and Chrysler transmissions, as well as dedicated race transmission applications. Compatible GM transmissions include the TH400, TH350, TH250, 200-4R, 700R4, 4L60E, 4L80E, and 4L85E. This wide fitment range — combined with multiple available cable lengths — makes it straightforward to find the right cable for your specific build, whether it involves a classic muscle car or a modern performance platform.

The B&M Legacy Behind Every Cable

It was B&M who developed shifters to accompany performance transmissions in the 1960s, and through the 1970s the brand continued introducing shift-improving kits — always refining and expanding their product lines. That decades-long investment in getting the shift feel right is reflected in the precision engineering of their shifter cables today. For enthusiasts already running a B&M MegaShifter, Pro Ratchet, Pro Stick, or other B&M shifter, pairing it with an authentic B&M shifter cable from our automatic transmission shifter cable catalog ensures the entire system works as one cohesive, performance-tuned unit.