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Jaguar C-Type

Jaguar C-Type is also known under the name of the Jaguar XK120-C. This racing car was manufactured by Jaguar from 1951 to 1953. The design of the Jaguar C-Type developed Bob knight and Malcolm Sayer specifically for Le Mans. In order to gain admission to the race, it was required to produce not less than 50 cars. In the end, it was released 53 C-Type, most of which were raskupleno private competitors, despite the relatively high price (2350 pounds).

Technical characteristics of the Jaguar C-Type:
Engine: P6, the volume of 3442 cm3;
Power limit: 200l.s.
Maximum speed: 230 km/h.
Acceleration to 100 km: 8C.
Transmission: 4-speed mechanics.
Brakes: Drum with power or disk (model 1953).
Suspension: Rear poluellipticheskaya, front independent.
Weight: 453kg.

Their technical characteristics shows that special vehicle В«zatachivalsyaВ» under the race. The weight of all the 453kg, which in combination with the excellent aerodynamics allowed the pilots of the Jaguar C-Type win many awards at the most prestigious avtosorevnovaniyah. The most significant success in 1951 in Le Mans and its acceptance in 1953. In the latter case, however, played a decisive role updated brake.

Other names of this model: Jaguar XK120-C