ERA HSS
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| ERA HSS | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Tiger Sportscars; English Racing Automobiles |
| Predecessor | none |
| Class | Racer |
| Body style(s) | Single-seater racer |
| Layout | RMR layout |
| Engine(s) | 1800cc or 2000cc Ford Zetec engine - other engines can be fitted |
| Transmission(s) | Hewland Mk.9 5 speed historic box |
| Wheelbase | 2.215 metres (87.2 in) |
| Length | 3.50 metres (137.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 460 kg (1014 lb) |
[edit] The Car
The ERA HSS, or ERA SS, is a single-seater track car produced by Tiger Sportscars for English Racing Automobiles. Tiger Sportscars state its technnical specifications as:[1]
"Model / type ERA-SS Chassis 90% round tube space frame, powder coated
Body: GRP with carbon
Engine: New cars fitted with 1800cc or 2ltr Ford Zetec. Other engines can be fitted.
Transmission: Hewland Mk.9 - 5 speed historic box
Steering: Rack and pinion 1.75 turns
Brakes: Disc front, disc rear
Suspension: Front top rocker, rear hub with trailing arms. Adjustable shocks
Front track 1335mm
Rear track 1350mm
Wheel base 2215mm
Overall length 3500mm
Weight 460kgs
Wheels: Front - 7 inch x 15 inch alloy
Rear: - 8 inch x 15 inch alloy
Tyres: Front - 205-50-15, 225 rear
[edit] Design
Tiger Sportscars themselves confess that:
"The styling of the HSS is heavily influenced by early Lotus and BRM."
[edit] References
- ^ Tiger Racing :: Sportscars for road and track :: English Racing Automobiles HSS
- ^ Tiger Sportscars Brochure, 12 February 2008
