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Keniss-Cosworth T2

8,029 FlyingBathtub  2.4 years ago

(The reason the car pulls to the right is because of the fuel drogues. Simply remove them and the car works fine)
After using chassis built by the Cooper Car Company from 1959 until 1961, Keniss Autosport began development of their own chassis. Originally dubbed the 'KR-62', the T2 became synonymous with the precise tuning that Keniss would later be known for. The car scored 3 wins in 1962, with two from Alex Clark, and a single victory from Mike Bourdain. It also scored one Pole Position, and 11 Podiums. It was used again in 1963 with minor alterations, where it would score a further 3 wins, 2 Pole Positions, and 9 Podiums. Late into its development, Keniss came under the realization that the only engine they had that would fit into the frame was a 120 horsepower inline-6 from another project, the Overture. They partnered with Cosworth to develop an engine capable of not only fitting into the chassis, but also producing enough power and torque to make the car competitive. The result was a 2.1 Liter V6, which produced 275 horsepower and 214 foot-pounds of torque. This propelled the small, lightweight car to 200mph The success of the car was marred, however, when a young Formula Two driver was killed while driving the car in 1964.

(I'm quite proud of the suspension on the front end)

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 7.8ft (2.4m)
  • Length 18.7ft (5.7m)
  • Height 4.5ft (1.4m)
  • Empty Weight 5,841lbs (2,649kg)
  • Loaded Weight 5,982lbs (2,713kg)

Performance

  • Wing Loading N/A
  • Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
  • Drag Points 1903

Parts

  • Number of Parts 216
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 1,110