The Bloodhound team has unveiled the full-sized replica of their planned world record-breaking jet-powered car. The 'show car' measures 12.8m - longer than four Minis parked end to end.
This is the result of a three-year aerodynamic study to perfect the shape and aerodynamic package of the planet’s 'ultimate car'.
The bulk of this work was conducted by Swansea University. The team generated millions of mathematical equations to investigate how the air around the car would react as the car accelerates to its maximum design speed of 1,050 mph.
The finished car will be powered by a Eurofighter Typhoon jet engine, generating 20,000 lb/ft of torque and 47,500 lb of thrust – equivalent to 180 F1 cars. 0 to 1000 mph is calculated to take around 42 seconds.
