ThrustSSC - History

Bluebird

DriverCaptain Malcolm Campbell (Great Britain)
CarBluebird (Great Britain)
Date
Speed
24th February 1932
253.97 mph (m)
Date
Speed
5th February 1931
246.09 mph (k)
PlaceDaytona Beach, USA
Power Source24,000 cc Napier Lion aircraft engine with centrifugal supercharger
Max power 1,350-1,450 bhp at 3,600 rpm
Length7.57m (25')
Wheelbase3.73m (12'3")
Track - front1.62m (5'4")
Track - rear1.56m (5'2")
Weight (approx.)3,610 kg (7,952lbs)
Where is it now?Modified into 1933 Bluebird


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