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SSC Ultimate Aero TT Fastest Car In The World

We finally have actual footage from the world record run.


Move over Buggati, here comes the Shelby Supercars Ultimate Aero TT.
On a closed stretch of highway in Washington State, the Ultimate Aero posted a top speed of 257.11mph (413.83km/h) on its first pass and 254.55mph (409.71km/h) on its return pass to set the new top speed record of 255.83mph (411.76km/h). The speeds were recorded using a series of satellites and several on board sensors, with independent firm Dewetron on hand to monitor progress.
Here's the power plant that makes it all possible:

Engine

Type:

Block and Heads (V-8)

Displacement:

387.2 cu.in.

Bore x Stroke:

4.125 x 3.620"

Compression Ratio:

8.975:1

Horsepower:

1183 bhp @ 6950 rpm

Torque:

1094 lb./ft. @ 6150 rpm

Redline:

7200 rpm

Fuel Injection:

Electronic Sequential Port

Weight:

422 lbs.

Oil:

SAE 5W/30 Fully Synthetic Racing

Induction System:

Sequential, multi-port fuel injection, Twin Turbo Chargers. Dual-Water to Air Intercoolers.

Fuel:

Premium Unleaded - 91 Pump Octane


Shelby Supercars Ultimate Aero TT


For more info go to Shelby Supercars.
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