Showing posts with label Dragster. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dragster. Show all posts

Sunday, April 24, 2016

The Diggers 1320 Art Malone U.S.1 Top Fueler Dragster 1:24 Scale

Arthur "Art" Malone (June 3, 1936 – March 29, 2013, Tampa, Florida) was an American race car driver.
Malone is known primarily for having been a drag racer and was the 1963 AHRA Top Fuel World champion. In 1959, he drove for Don Garlits. On August 23, 1959, he set a Standard 1320 speed record of 183.66 mph (295.57 km/h). He is in the AHRA Hall of Fame.
He was the first to attain 180 miles per hour (290 km/h) at Daytona International Speedway.
Malone also raced in the USAC Championship Car series in the 1962-1965 seasons, with 10 career starts, including the 1963 and 1964 Indianapolis 500 races. Art Malone's best finish at Indy came in 1964, where he started the race in 30th position, and finished a very respectable 11th.
Malone was injured in an airboat accident in the early 2010s; failing to fully recover from his injuries, he died on March 29, 2013.

Friday, November 28, 2014

1962 The Diggers Greer Black Prudhomme Fuel Dragster 1320 1:24










The Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is a remarkable piece of engineering, designed for sheer speed and power. Its sleek, aerodynamic body is made of fiberglass and sits atop a lightweight chromoly steel chassis, both of which are essential in reducing wind resistance and maximizing speed. The car's overall length is 228 inches, with a front and rear track of 72 inches and a wheelbase of 150 inches.

Underneath the hood is a massive, fuel-injected 427 cubic inch V-8 engine, capable of producing up to 1200 horsepower. It boasts a dual magneto ignition system, a single Holley carburetor, and a high-performance camshaft, all of which are designed for maximum power delivery. To keep things cool, the engine is mounted with a front-mounted oil cooler and a rear-mounted radiator fan.

The car's transmission is a four-speed manual clutch, allowing the driver to shift gears manually for optimal performance. It sits behind the engine and delivers power to the rear wheels via a traditional solid rear axle. The car's brakes consist of dual disc brakes on the front and rear wheels, providing exceptional stopping power.

The streamlined body of the Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is not just for looks. The rear of the car features a massive wing that generates downforce, helping to keep the car planted to the ground during acceleration. The front is equipped with a narrow nosecone, designed to cut through the air with minimal drag.

The car's suspension system is rudimentary, with a simple coilover setup on the front and rear axles. This minimalist setup helps to reduce weight and improve performance, while still providing enough dampening to smooth out the ride. The car rides on Mickey Thompson tires, specially designed for drag racing.

Overall, the Greer Black Prudhomme Top Fuel Dragster 1962 is a marvel of engineering, designed specifically for maximum speed and performance on the drag strip. Every component of the car is carefully engineered for optimal performance, and it has rightfully earned its place in the annals of racing history.

Friday, November 21, 2014

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Funny Car 1:24 Racing Champions












From Wikipedia:
 The Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a two-door coupe that was manufactured and marketed by the Chevrolet division of General Motors. Deriving its name from the namesake Monegasque city, the Monte Carlo was marketed as the first personal luxury car of the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1970 model year, the model line was produced across six generations through the 2007 model year, with a hiatus from 1989-1994. The Monte Carlo was a closely aligned variant of the Pontiac Grand Prix through its entire production.