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An evening shot after a busy day. My torque wrench was in use at the weekend, as I tinkered with the Subaru. I've decided that the misfire is due it running lean - all the spark plugs were more white than "biscuit" coloured. Reason unknown, but possibly something failing in the fuel system (pump/filter/pressure regulator)
Glauberg, Germany.
About 400 BC
The torque was found in a grave beside which stood the statue of the warrior.
Figural and ornamental elements are suspended from the right, which also shows ten masks. The particularly striking feature is the three conical studs similar to those worn by the statue. They might all depict the same deceased.
Kunst der Kelten, Historisches Museum Bern.
Art of the Celts, Historic Museum of Bern.
Date Taken: June 18, 2014
Basic Details:
Operator: PANGASINAN FIVE STAR BUS COMPANY, INC.
Fleet Number: 2095
Classification: Air-Conditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Seating Configuration: 2x2 Seats
Seating Capacity: 53 Passengers
Body:
Coachbuilder: Five Star Bus Body
Body Model: Unknown / Unspecified Model Designation
Air-Conditioning Unit: Dependent Overhead Unit
Chassis:
Chassis Manufacturer: Nissan Diesel Motor Company, Ltd.
Chassis Model: Nissan Diesel RB46S
Layout: Rear-Longitudinally-Mounted Engine Rear-Wheel Drive (4x2 RR layout)
Suspension: Leaf Springs Suspension
Engine:
Engine Manufacturer: Nissan Diesel Motor Company, Ltd.
Engine Model: Nissan Diesel PE6-T
Cylinder Displacement: 711.987 cu. inches (11,670 cc / 11.7 Liters)
Cylinder Configuration: Straight-6
Engine Aspiration: Turbocharged
Max. Power Output: 276 bhp (280 PS - metric hp / 206 kW) @ 2,300 rpm
Peak Torque Output: 795 ft.lbs (1,080 N.m / 110 kg.m) @ 1,400 rpm
Transmission:
Type: Manual Transmission
Gears: 6-Speed Forward, 1-Speed Reverse
* Some parts of the specifications may be subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice...
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A view of the 2017 Higer KLQ – 6129 54 seater from Ritchies Swanson Depot posted on facebook on 2 December 2021.
The AOA decals were provided by Torque Digital Limited who were proud to be part of such an awesome community initiative for the Auckland City Mission and helping to get behind the Auckland Blues to rally up 30,000 presents for the children in need for Christmas 2021.
Bus Information for KJF830:
Operator - Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd
Depot - Swanson - Tours
Fleet Number - 1114
Registration - KJF830
Chassis Type - Higer KLQ6129
Chassis No. - LKLR1LSK3GA715370
Body Manufacturer - Higer
Body Date - 2017
Seating Codes - C54F
Livery - Ritchies
Date Last Change - 10/03/2020
www.businfo.nz/index.php?R=18127
RITCHIES SOLD TO NEW YORK-BASED INVESTMENT GIANT
Radio NZ, 27 August 2021
One of New Zealand's oldest and largest transport operators, Ritchies, is to be sold a New York-based investment giant, KKR.
The family owned firm, founded in Temuka in 1935, has a fleet of more than 1600 vehicles and provides public bus services in Auckland, Christchurch, Timaru, Dunedin, Queenstown and Whangarei, as well as school bus services around the country, and long haul charter and tours.
Ritchies director of operations Andrew Ritchie said the takeover was the start of a new chapter for the firm.
"We were very impressed by KKR's long track record of adding value to the businesses, investments and acquisitions they have made across numerous industry sectors around the world."
The Ritchie family is maintaining a small holding in the business, but no other details of the transaction were disclosed.
It is KKR's first infrastructure acquisition in New Zealand, although it previously bought the Natural Pet Food Group and Education Perfect, and also owns the well known Australian based accounting software company MYOB.
"We see continued demand for high-quality, greener public transport solutions in New Zealand," KKR Infrastructure director Andrew Jennings said.
"Buses account for 75 percent of total public transport trips made in the country and play a critical role in connecting people to places. They also represent a highly visible opportunity to encourage the adoption of zero-emissions technology."
Note to whom it may concern: As a member of the Philippine Bus Enthusiasts Society (PhilBES) and its junior and affiliate group, the Philippine Bus Photographers Association (PBPA), both of which are communities/groups of bus and coach enthusiasts and amateur photographers, that focus on bus companies' history, technical specifications of vehicles, and other related subject matter, that is based in the Philippines, I would like inform you that the number plate of the bus on this photo has been blurred out to prevent it being used as evidence by any agencies, whether be it privately-owned or government-owned, to apprehend the said vehicle or the operating company of the vehicle on the photo at times when the said vehicle may be involved in any motoring mishap, incident, or accident. This is to prevent the involvement of myself, and/or any members of the groups stated to any such cases or the hassles and possible dangers presented with being involved at such cases. I would also like to stress out that I am NOT a part nor am I affiliated or connected in any way with any bus companies inside or outside the country. At times when you may experience any of employees of the operating company of the bus on the photo behave in an offensive manner; such that of reckless driving, lack of manners towards the passengers, incorrect and excessive charging of fare, and any other offenses they may commit, I do advise you report them to their respective managements for further action.
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Shot Location: Dela Rosa Transit Bus Terminal Station, Pacita Complex, National Highway, San Pedro, Laguna, Philippines
Date Taken: June 7, 2012
Basic Details:
Operator: DELA ROSA TRANSIT
Fleet Number: 8838
Classification: Air-Conditioned City Operation Bus
Seating Configuration: 2x2 Seats
Seating Capacity: 45 Passengers
Body:
Coachbuilder: Bataan Automotive Re-Manufacturing, Corp.
Body Model: BAR Golden Dragon XML6103 replica
Air-Conditioning Unit: Dependent Overhead Unit
Chassis:
Chassis Manufacturer: Daewoo Bus, Corp.
Chassis Model: Daewoo BM090
Layout: Rear-Mounted Engine Rear-Wheel Drive (4x2 RR layout)
Suspension: Leaf Springs Suspension
Engine:
Engine Manufacturer: Daewoo Heavy Industries and Machinery, Ltd.
Engine Model: Daewoo DE08TIS
Cylinder Displacement: 492.412 cu. inches (8,071 cc / 8.1 Liters)
Cylinder Configuration: Straight-6
Engine Aspiration: Turbocharged and Intercooled
Max. Power Output: 222 bhp (225 PS - metric hp / 165 kW) @ 2,000 rpm
Peak Torque Output: 622 lb.ft (843 N.m / 86 kg.m) @ 1,500 rpm
Transmission:
Type: Manual Transmission
Gears: 5-Speed Forward, 1-Speed Reverse
* The specifications may be subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice...
Third generation (2008–present)
The Dodge Challenger Concept was unveiled at the 2006 Detroit Motor Show and was a preview for the 3rd generation Dodge Challenger that started its production in 2007. Many design cues of the Dodge Challenger Concept were adapted from the 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T.
Initial release
On December 3, 2007, Chrysler started taking deposits for the third-generation Dodge Challenger which debuted on February 6, 2008, simultaneously at the Chicago Auto Show and Philadelphia International Auto Show. Listing at US$40,095, the new version was a 2-door coupe which shared common design elements with the first generation Challenger, despite being significantly longer and taller. As with Chevrolet's new Camaro, the Challenger concept car's pillarless hardtop body was replaced with a fixed "B" pillar, hidden behind the side glass to give an illusion of the hardtop. The LC chassis is a modified (shortened wheelbase) version of the LX platform that underpins the Dodge Charger (LX), Dodge Magnum, and the Chrysler 300. The LX was developed in America from the previous Chrysler LH platform, which had been designed to allow it to be easily upgraded to rear and all-wheel drive. Many Mercedes components were incorporated, or used for inspiration, including the Mercedes-Benz W220 S-class control arm front suspension, the Mercedes-Benz W211 E-Class 5-link rear suspension, the W5A580 5-speed automatic, the rear differential, and the ESP system. All (7119) 2008 models were SRT8s and equipped with the 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi and a 5-speed AutoStick automatic transmission. The entire 2008 U.S. run of 6,400 cars were pre-sold (many of which for above MSRP), and production commenced on May 8, 2008;
The base model Challenger SE was initially powered by a 3.5 L (214 cu in) SOHC V6 producing 250 brake horsepower (190 kW) (SAE) and 250 lbf·ft (340 N·m) torque which was coupled to a 4-speed automatic transmission for the first half of 2009, and was then changed to have a standard 5-speed automatic transmission. Several different exterior colors, with either cloth or leather interiors became available. Standard features included air conditioning, power windows, locks, and mirrors; cruise control, and 17-inch (430 mm) aluminum wheels. Leather upholstery, heated front seats, sunroof, 18-inch aluminum wheels, and a premium audio system are available as options, as are ABS, and stability and traction control. The Canadian market also sports the SXT trim, similar to the SE, but more generous in terms of standard features. Some of these features being ESP, an alarm system, and 18-inch (460 mm) wheels. Starting with the 2012 model year, the SE was replaced in the U.S. with the SXT model.
Previous to the 2012 model year, the SXT version of the Challenger was only sold in Canada and is a more well-equipped variation of the SE. It adds fog lamps, a rear spoiler, larger wheels, illuminated vanity mirrors, security alarm and a leather-wrapped shifter. In addition, the SXT has increased option packages available to it that aren't available on the SE, and are also available to the R/T. (Such as the high-end navigation-enabled entertainment system.)
2015 model year
Changes include:
5-speed automatic transmission replaced by a new 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic transmission,
Power output on the 6.4 liter V8 increased by 15 for a total of 485 horsepower and torque increased by 5 for a total of 475 Ib Ft.
A slightly revamped exterior features a new grille with design cues from the 1971 grill/split tail lights, Quad LED 'Halo Ring" Head lights, LED Tail lights, and a functional hood intake on HEMI models.
Inside, the Challenger gets a 7-inch (780mm) TFT Thin Film Transistor display with over one hundred possible configurations, 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen radio with available navigation, and a retro styled gauge cluster.
2015 HellCat
It is a version of the 2015 Dodge Challenger with a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI engine rated at 707 hp (527 kW) and 650 lb·ft (881 N·m) of torque. This engine is also available in the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Chrysler claims that this makes the Challenger SRT Hellcat "the most powerful muscle car ever," with a top speed of 199 mph (320 km/h). The inner driving light on the left front has been removed to allow air to get into the engine resulting in more torque, and the wheel wells are different from the standard SRT to accommodate the 20-inch aluminum wheels. The SRT Hellcat will come equipped with two separate key fobs; use of the "black" fob will limit engine output to 500 horsepower, while the "red" fob will enable the full output capability. The Hellcat has a quarter mile time of 10.85 seconds; this was accomplished with street legal drag tires. On stock tires the Hellcat was able to achieve 11.2 seconds @ 125 mph on the quarter mile.
Drag performance
0-400 m (0.25 mi): 11.2 seconds @ 125 mph (201 km/h), 11.34 seconds @ 125.57 mph (202.09 km/h)
0-100 km/h (62 mph): 3.8 seconds
0-200 km/h (120 mph): 10.7 seconds
0-300 km/h (190 mph): 38.0 seconds
[Text from Wikipedia]
This Lego miniland scale Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat (2015) has been created for Flickr LUGNuts' 96th Build Challenge - The 8th Birthday, titled - 'Happy Crazy Eight Birthday, LUGNuts' - where all previous build challenges are available to build to. This model is built to the LUGNuts 91st build challenge, - "Anger Management" featuring vehicles themed to being angry.
Flipped and destroyed 1962 Ford Fairlane, abandoned under Lenticular clouds at Dunmovin, a wide spot on on California's remote Highway 395.
Night, 2 minute exposure, full moon, lime and red-gelled strobe flash, red-gelled LED flashlight.
Reprocessed and replaced, January 2024.
PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 5, 2021) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Cheyenne Hipp, from Saluda, North Carolina, secures a wrench to a torque bench for a calibration reading aboard the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Santiago Navarro)
A Sauber F1 car approaches the start-finish straight with the Singapore Flyer looming overhead, at the Singapore Grand Prix 2014, Singapore.
16 years in the making, Everspin just unveiled the first spin-torque MRAM, a contender for a new generation of memory chip technology.
Our original investment thesis for novel memory technologies (like Coatue/AMD, Nantero and Everspin) was a sense that Moore’s Law would begin to bifurcate, where technical advances in memory precede logic by several years. In the next few years, radical advances in memory density and performance will be needed to relieve the performance bottleneck in corporate computing.
These new technologies are non-volatile rad-hard memories that should be faster, smaller, cooler, cheaper and more reliable than the SRAM and DRAM kludge.
Background: Memory advances are becoming increasingly important to further advances in computing and computation. The mention of Moore’s Law conjures up images of speedy Intel microprocessors. Logic chips used to be mostly made of logic gates, but today’s microprocessors, network processors, FPGAs, DSPs and other “systems on a chip” are mostly memory. But they are still built in fabs that were optimized for logic, not memory.
The IC market can be broadly segmented into memory and logic chips. The ITRS estimates that 90% of all logic chip area is actually memory. Coupled with the standalone memory business, we are entering an era for complex chips where almost all transistors manufactured are memory, not logic.
Back in 2005 I was truck by the details of Intel’s Montecito processor. They had to add more error-correction-code memory bits (now over 2 bits per byte) to deal with the growing problem of soft errors (alpha particles from radioactive decay and cosmic rays from space flipping a bit as the transistors get very small). According to Intel, of the 1.72 billion transistors on the chip, 1.66 billion are memory and 0.06 billion are logic.
Why the trend to memory-saturated designs? Intel’s primary design enhancement from the prior Itanium processor was to “relieve the memory bottleneck.” For enterprise workloads, Itanium executes 15% of the time and stalls 85% of the time waiting for main memory. When the processor lacks the needed data in the on-chip cache, it has to take a long time penalty to access the off-chip DRAM. Power and cost are also improved to the extent that more can be integrated on chip.
Who should care about this? A large and growing set of industries depends on continued exponential cost declines in computational power and storage density. Moore’s Law drives electronics, communications and computers and has become a primary driver in drug discovery and bioinformatics, medical imaging and diagnostics. Over time, the lab sciences become information sciences, and then the speed of iterative simulations accelerates the pace of progress.
Intel is right: "Compute must evolve"
More on the big picture version of Moore's Law.
News on Spin-Torque MRAM: VentureBeat and Electronic Design.
P.S. we have a conference room at work dedicated to MRAM 1.0, aka core memory.
Hi it's Sandy The Landy back in action.
Here I am with my stablemate, the 107" Series 1 107". My elder brother has a 2 litre IOE engine, with winches back and front.
After a long spell out of action I am finally back in the game. I now have an electronic distributor. The same unit as The Boss uses in his Austin Healey.
My 6 cylinder engine gives me loads of torque, so I am looking forward to towing again. Despite all the changes I still have some oil pressure issues.
The Boss runs me at c.50MPH, which is an ideal speed for me.
I am moving to England permanently where I will be accompanied by:
1. my old pal OSX 44 J
2.OVW 608
3. RGC 594 in May
4. YXP 87 above
Just the 5 of us. One big happy family of Vintage Land Rovers, all raring to go.
This year The Boss plans to concentrate on the Series 1's, but I will fill in with a few shows and lots of towing duties.
Will keep you posted on my plans.
Bonhams : the Zoute Sale
Sold for € 44.850
Zoute Grand Prix 2017
Knokke - Zoute
België - Belgium
October 2017
A 'modern classic' if ever there was one, Porsche's long-running 911 arrived in 1964, replacing the 356. The latter's rear-engined layout was retained, but the 911 switched to unitary construction for the bodyshell and dropped the 356's VW-based suspension in favor of a more modern McPherson strut and trailing arm arrangement. In its first incarnation, Porsche's single-overhead-camshaft, air-cooled flat six engine displaced 1.991 cc and produced 130 bhp; progressively enlarged and developed, it would eventually grow to more than 3,0 liters and, in turbo-charged form, put out well over 300 horsepower.
The first of countless upgrades to Porsche's perennial 911 came in 1966 with the introduction of the 911S. Easily distinguished by its stylish Fuchs five-spoke alloy wheels, the 'S' featured a heavily revised engine producing 160 bhp, the increased urge raised top speed by 10mph to 135 mph. A lengthened wheelbase introduced in 1969 improved the 911's handling, and then in 1970 the air-cooled, 'flat six' engine underwent the first of many enlargements - to 2,2 liters.
In 1974, all 911 variants received the 2,7-liter unit, hitherto reserved for the Carrera, when the latter went to 3,0 liters. Although in non-Carrera tune the 2,7-liter unit made slightly less power than the old 2,4, it had been skillfully reworked to produce significantly more torque over a much wider rev range and offered noticeably improved acceleration. Coupled to a tolerance of low-lead fuel, vastly superior fuel consumption, and increased tank capacity, the new 911 proved superior to its predecessor in every way as a fast, long-distance tourer. The interior and seats was re-designed with more comfortable seats, and the safety-bumpers was successfully integrated, without changing the 911s pure design.
Over the past 40 years few sports cars have proved as versatile as Porsche's legendary 911, a model that has proved equally capable as a Grand Tourer, circuit racer or rally car. Success in the latter role came only a few years after its introduction, when works driver Vic Elford became European Rally Champion in 1967. In the modern era, the 911 has established itself as one of the most popular and successful sports cars, and remains nothing short of an automotive icon.
The exceptional Porsche 911S 2,7 offered here is one of very few finished at the factory in the era-evoking special order color of Salmon Metallic. The new Porsche was completed at the Zuffenhausen-based works on October 20th, 1974 as a 1975 model-year 911S Coupe. The Salmon Metallic exterior was neatly color-coded by the Cinnamon Leatherette interior with matching carpets, and the new 911S was optioned with sunroof, 6x15 light metal wheels, stabilizer bars, Koni shock absorbers, 5-speed manual transmission and Michelin tires.
According to the original Castrol New Car Owner Protection Plan located in the cars impressive history file, the first owner was a Mr. Martin Yacoobian, Jr. of Tarzana, California. Merlin Olsen Porsche Audi Inc. of Encino, California was the selling dealer. By 1995, the Salmon Metallic 911S was in the hands of a Mr. John Farsakian of Thousand Oaks, California, with whom the car is believed to have remained until 2007. The consignor, a Danish Porsche enthusiast, purchased the car in California in February of 2008. It is believed, that the 911S lived in the greater Los Angeles-area from new until then, benefiting from the dry, Southern Californian climate. In April 2008, North Hollywood, California-based TLG Porsche Service replaced the original clutch with a new unit, and installed the crucial oil-fed chain tensioners, while performing an engine out service. The drive shafts were serviced at this point as well.
The car has resided in a climate controlled garage in Denmark since the summer of 2008. A professional respray in the original Salmon Metallic color was carried out in 2012, but many surfaces, such as the door jambs and front compartment, were left in the original paint. The interior, including the carpets, remain in original condition, and speaks for the gentle use this fine Porsche has seen over the years. In fact, the odometer reading of less than 91.000 is indeed believed to be the actual mileage from new. This well-kept 911S 2.7 Sunroof Coupe retains its original matching numbers engine, and is offered with the Porsche issued Certificate of Authenticity, US-Title with EU-duties paid, receipts, books, tools, jack and original spare wheel.
Looking towards Cathedral Square October 27, 2013, New Zealand.
Cathedral Square, locally known simply as the Square, is the geographical centre and heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, where the city's Anglican cathedral, ChristChurch Cathedral is located. The square stands at the theoretical crossing of the city's two main orthogonal streets, Colombo Street and Worcester Street, though in practice both have been either blocked off or detoured around the square itself. The Cathedral has been badly damaged in the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake.
he square is the city's main meeting place for people taking a break from their work, or just visiting the city, and is a regular site of street performers and speakers of all varieties. Until recent years, the most well-known of these was The Wizard of New Zealand.
Since the year 2000, The Chalice, a large piece of modern sculpture in the form of an inverted cone, has stood in the square subverting the shape of the spire that rises above the cathedral. The Chalice, designed by prominent New Zealand artist Neil Dawson, is made up of forty-two leaf patterns featuring different native plants.
Taken from and for more info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathedral_Square,_Christchurch
A very nicely restored pair of ERF 'B' series tractor units with Gardner 240 and Rolls Royce 265L engines.
Symboles celtes. (Reconstitution)
"Le torque est un collier connu pour avoir été porté par les Celtes au cours de l'Âge du Fer puis, à titre honorifique, par les soldats romains.
Le mot vient du latin torques, dérivé de torqueo (tordre), en raison de la forme du collier.
Le torque est formé d'une épaisse tige métallique ronde, généralement terminée en boule à ses deux extrémités et plus ou moins travaillée ou ornée. Le corps du collier est généralement en fer mais n'est pas toujours entortillé. Les torques étaient faits à partir de brins de métal entrelacés, généralement en or ou en bronze, moins souvent en argent ou même entièrement en fer."
A variation to my original L-motor frame that has been lengthened in order to: 1) accommodate a 16t/24t gear ratio for more pulling power, 2) allow 6 xL wheels with 1 stud spacing, and 3) allow 6 L wheels with 2 stud spacing.
EDIT: 10/2016
The frame itself works well despite the overall length of 11 studs between axles. The major change to this has been the removal of the 16t and 24t gears in favor of the smaller 12t & 20t gears. Please reference my newer photo flic.kr/p/Lq6y8e
Ferrari's sequel up to the 458 Italia has followed in the tyre tracks of the California T by gaining a turbocharged V8.
Renamed the 488 GTB, Ferrari’s refreshed McLaren 650S rival now packs a 493kW/760Nm from an all-new twin-turbo 3.9-litre V8. The new engine still produces its maximum power at 8,000rpm but, crucially, delivers its peak torque figure at just 3000rpm.
Both figures are significantly more impressive than the current Speciale’s 4.5-litre atmo V8 it replaces that can ‘only’ muster 445KW at 9000rpm and 540Nm at stratospheric 6000rpm.
Importantly, this finally gives Ferrari the advantage over the current McLaren 650S - that can only manage 478kW/678Nm - although this could swing back in favour of the Brit when McLaren launches its response - the new 675LT supercar at the Geneva motor show.
Like the current 458 Italia, the 488 GTB channels its power through the existing seven-speed dual clutch automatic - although Ferrari’s super-fast gearbox had to be beefed up to cope with the extra torque. Different ratios were also added to help manage the new lowdown punch. Ferrari has also added something called ‘Variable Torque Management’ that’s said to smooth off the edges of that power delivery to avoid those unintentional 100m burnouts every time you pull away from the lights.
With great traction comes even greater performance and the figures for the 488 GTB are predictably off the scale. The 488 GTB can now crack 0-100km/h in just 3.0 sec and, more impressively, smash the 0-200km/h dash in just 8.4sec (0.1sec quicker than the McLaren 650S). Top speed is pegged at 330km/h.
For those worried all this turbocharging will mute the old car’s screaming V8 soundtrack, Ferrari insists its engineers have carefully tuned the 488 GTB for a ‘clear and totally distinctive’ (read loud) noise.
Ferrari has also made some efficiency gains too. The new twin turbo engine gains stop-start and now averages 11.4l/100km while emitting 260g/km of CO2 - that’s 47g/km less than the 458.
Other more exciting technology new to the 488 GTB includes the introduction of the second-generation Slide Slip Angle Control system (SSC2) that harnesses the active dampers, F1-Trac traction control and E-diff to control (and hold) lurid slides. Better still, Ferrari says all of its driver aids have been tailored to people like us to exploit the 488 GTB’s handling rather than pro-racers.
As well as all the new software tweaks, the new Ferrari has spent serious time in the wind tunnel and the result is it’s more slippery than before. This was achieved with a new double spoiler, re-profiled side intakes while, at the rear, there’s active spoilers that work with a ‘blown’ spoiler that has a neat trick of being able to generate downforce without drag.
Underneath, the thorough aero tweaks continue with a new underbody that includes something called vortex generators that continue the air bending to help the 488 GTB generate 50 per cent more downforce than the old 458 Italia.
Away from the aero geekery the 488 GTB’s look is supposed to conjure images of the old 308 GTB with its large air intake scallop. The wide front double profile spoiler is a product of function over form and has two jobs - the first to funnel air to the two nose-mounted radiators, the second to channel air to that underbody diffuser,
Inside, the 488 GTB the old 458 Italia has been overhauled. The dash and vents are now all angled to the driver but the stripped back racer feel carries over.
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I was intending to build this soon after it was launched, but saw value in doing so 'quickly'. As well as build the most Lego cars, I probably also hold the record for building Lego versions of real cars the soonest after they are revealed. I think my record is about 8 hours later. Cars that I have released the same day or next day are: Ford U502 Explorer, Ford CD391 Fusion, Ferrari 458 Italia, Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta.
The model shown here, Ferrari's new 488 GTB is the replacement for the 458 Italia. In many ways the car does not seem particularly exceptional for a Ferrari. People are moaning about the loss of 'instant throttle response' due to the turbocharging. However, here lies the clue as to what may make this car exceptional, and why it is worth including in this month's challenge:
The Ferrari 488 GTB has the highest torque output of any road-going Ferrari.
I initially thought about 'the highest output of any V8 Ferrari', and began my search to check it topped out a F40. (it does 493 kW vs 357 kW). Then I checked against the other super-Ferrari, thinking that there might be a few that sat above it: F50 - 382 kW, Enzo - 485 kW, LaFerrari - 588 kW, so it is beaten here, but only by the LaFerrari.
But torque, the thing that actually gets you going, it outshines every V8, and eclipses even the LaFerrari, which musters a still-impressive 700 Nm, and must rely on its electric torque driving unit to bring the grand total to 900 Nm. Even the limited edition track racing version, the LaFerrari FXX-K bumps this up to 750 Nm from the internal combustion engine. Still 10 Nm shy of the Ferrari 488 GTB: 760 Nm........
...@ 3000 rpm!
This Lego miniland-scale Ferrari 488 GTB has been created for Flickr LUGNuts' 88th Build Challenge, - "Let's Break Some Records", - a challenge theme to build a vehicle with some outstanding, record-breaking aspect. In this case, the torquiest Ferrari internal combustion engine, at 760Nm.
It's amazing that the large tires of the draagsters can flex so much under the enormous amount of torque without being torn to shreds.