X2s Sportscar
The X2s Project
The X2s is a Le-Mans style sportscar designed for sprints and hill-climbs. It features carbon composite construction allied to advanced aerodynamics. The suspension has been designed with the narrow, and poor surfaces in mind as are found at many of the British speed venues. The engine, a Mazda V6, is transversely mounted for optimum packaging/wheelbase lengths. The car is suitable for both novice (under 2 litre, normally aspirated), and expert, with the engine range going up to 2.5 litres. In twin-turbo configuration, this should develop around 400bhp giving an estimated power-to-weight ratio of 600bhp /ton.
The car will feature an advanced aerodynamic/mechanical package which has been specifically designed with sprints /hill-climbs in mind. The monocoque will be constructed from carbon/aluminium composites and will also feature carbon /Kevlar bodywork for high strength /stiffness coupled with low weight.
The next phase will see low-speed aero testing commence on a 10% tunnel model which should help us finalise lift/drag and centre-of -pressure characteristics.
The X3r Project
The circuit version of the car (X3r) will feature a longer wheel-base and wider track coupled to high-speed aerodynamics for optimum grip. It will be suitable for sportscar championships such as the Castle Combe GT series.
Latest On X2s
Front suspension work on the full-size mock-up is progressing well with completion of suspension /rocker pick-up points, a lower wishbone and front upright /hub assembly.