ThrustSSC - History

Bluebird

DriverCaptain Malcolm Campbell (Great Britain)
CarBluebird (Great Britain)
Date
Speed
4th February 1927
174.883 mph (k)
PlacePendine Sands, Great Britain
Power Source22,000 cc Napier Lion engine, 12 cylinders in 3 banks of 4. 3 speed gearbox.
Max power 450 bhp at 2,000 rpm
Length4.54m (15')
Track - front1.65m (5'5")
Track - rear1.45m (4'9")
Weight (approx.)3,051 kg (6,720 lbs)
Where is it now?Rebuilt into 1928 Bluebird


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