| Year |
2009 |
| Engine |
Ford 1.6
- 2.0 litre 4 cylinder |
| Transmission |
5 speed
Manual, RWD |
| Max
speed |
- |
| 0-60
mph |
4.0 seconds
(approximate) |
| Horsepower |
100 - 175
horsepower |
| weight |
500 kgs
/ 1100 lbs (approximate) |
The
Rocket is a stripped down track-orientated sports car which
uses a Ford Focus sourced engine for power.
Developed by Mills Extreme Vehicles Ltd. in the UK and sold
by Six-River Racing based in the US the Rocket features a fully
triangulated steel space frame with optional roll bar. The suspension
can be fully adjusted to suit driver preferences or surface
conditions.
The estimated build time for the Rocket is around 100 hours
for someone with limited mechanical knowledge and everyday tools.
Helping keep the build easy is the fact that there is no fabrication
or welding required.
Specifications and dimensions of the Rocket:
- 5" ground clearance
- 60/40 front/rear weight distribution
- 2425mm (8' 0") wheelbase
- 3125mm (10' 3") overall length
- 1725mm (5' 8") width
- Fits drivers up to 6' 5" in height
- 2.4 turns lock-to-lock steering rack optional
Similar and related vehicles:
Six-River Racing Sonic7
Six-River Racing VStorm
US distributor: Six-RiverRacing.com
UK distributor: MEVLtd.com
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