Engineering:Buggy Schlesser

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Buggy Schlesser
Overview
ManufacturerJean-Louis Schlesser
Also calledBuggy Schlesser MK II
Production1992–2014
Body and chassis
ClassRally raid
Body styleDune Buggy
LayoutFront-mid engine, RWD
ChassisSpace frame
Powertrain
Engine5,409 cc (330.1 cu in) Schlesser-Triton V8
Power output285 CV (281 bhp)
450 lb⋅ft (610 N⋅m)
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,000 mm (120 in)
Length4,500 mm (180 in)
Width2,750 mm (108 in)
Height1,700 mm (67 in)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,400 kg (3,100 lb)

The Buggy Schlesser is an off-road competition car specially designed by the French racing driver Jean-Louis Schlesser to take part in the rally raids.[1]

Results

  • 5 wins FIA Cross-Country Rally World Cup (from 1998 to 2002)
  • 2 wins Rally Dakar (1999, 2000)
  • 6 wins Africa Race (from 2009 to 2014)
  • 6 wins Rallye de Tunisie (from 1998 to 2000, 2003, 2007, 2010)
  • 2 wins Rallye des Pharaons (2010, 2011)
  • 6 wins Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (1994, 1995, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001)
  • 4 wins Rallye du Maroc (2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2010)
  • 2 wins Italian Baja (1998, 2002)
  • 2 wins Baja Portugal 1000 (1992, 2000)

References