LASV.ORG >> Legacy Vehicles: Speed Racer

Designed and Constructed: 1992-1993

First Race: Solar Electric 500 at Phoenix International Raceway, March 1993

Dimensions:
Length: 71 inches
Width: 18 inches
Height: 34 inches
Wheelbase: 65 inches

Weight:
220 lb. (with battery)
with driver: 395 lb.

Frame:
Size of tubing: ¾ and 1 inches .065 walls
Type of tube: Mild steel

Suspension:
Double A-Arm

Steering type:
Go-cart type

Speed control:
Controller type: Curtis PMC model 1204-102
Input voltage: 24-36 volts
Current limit: 275 amps
1 hour rating: 75 amps

Batteries:
Battery type: Trojan Pacer 22 NF lead acid
Cell voltage: 2 volts
Number of cells per battery: 6
Number batteries in system: 2

Wheels and Drive train:
Diameter front wheel: 20 inches

Electric Components:
Curtis 900R Battery Gauge
Dual Volt/Amp Meter
Diameter rear wheel: 20"
Drive train type: #219 chain
Gear ratio: 6 to 1

Brakes:
Brakes type: Drum (tandem bicycle)

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