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Asteroid Automobiles AA-1

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The Asteroid Automobile Industries AA-1 was the first car to compete in the Le Mans LMP-1 division with a top speed of 231 mph. It uses actual aerodynamic downforce generators, but its low profile and relatively wide front wheel base eliminates deceleration, drag, and instability. Rather than using a steering wheel without power steering, a joystick was used to increase steering responsiveness, allowing for quicker reaction times in case of an emergency and greater control over the car's behavior.

#Controls:
Pitch for throttle
Roll for turning
Act. 1 and 2-lights
A joystick is highly recommended for steering. The rotators are open for easy input changes.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 10.9ft (3.3m)
  • Length 15.9ft (4.8m)
  • Height 5.0ft (1.5m)
  • Empty Weight 7,005lbs (3,177kg)
  • Loaded Weight 7,270lbs (3,298kg)

Performance

  • Wing Loading 44.8lbs/ft2 (219.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 162.1ft2 (15.1m2)
  • Drag Points 2510

Parts

  • Number of Parts 200
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 787