Plymouth’s third-generation Barracuda, launched for the 1970 mannequin yr, would proceed into 1974. Plymouth initially supplied three trim ranges for the Barracuda: the bottom Barracuda, the luxurious Barracuda Gran Coupe, and the excessive efficiency ‘Cuda. Midway by means of the 1970 mannequin yr, Plymouth added the Barracuda Coupe trim between the bottom and Gran Coupe. Of all of the trim choices, solely the ‘Cuda supplied the 440 Super Commando engine. 

Plymouth carried the sporty ‘Cuda trim possibility into 1970 from its introduction in 1969. However, the all-new third-gen design featured a wider engine compartment able to accepting Plymouth’s large 440 Super Commando powerplant. While the outsized 440 V8 match within the area, the elevated energy required modifications to the suspension and body.

The 440 Super Commando engine possibility gained 40 horsepower over the ‘Cuda’s base 383 V8. Plymouth eliminated the 440 Super Commando from the 1971 ‘Cuda engine choices, however savvy patrons may nonetheless particular order it. By 1972, the 440 Super Commando was gone, and different Cuda engines had been de-tuned due to authorities mandates and rising car insurance coverage charges.