The SSC Ultimate Aero an American-built mid-engine sports car by Shelby SuperCars. SSC stands for Shelby SuperCars and TT stands for Twin Turbo. Its higher-performance limited production version, the SSC Ultimate Aero TT,[1] is currently the fastest production car in the world, with a fastest recorded speed of 413 km/h (257 mph).[2] This speed was reportedly achieved during tests on September 13, 2007 in West Richland, Washington, United States and verified by Guinness World Records on October 9, 2007.>This metallic cobalt blue unregistered SSC – Shelby Super Cars – Ultimate Aero TT is the only one in the UK and now you can get your hands on it – if you have a spare £400,000.
>Powered by a twin-turbocharged 6.2-litre V8 engine, the SSC Ultimate Aero TT produces a colossal 1,183bhp and 1,094lb/ft of pulling power – 20 times more than a typical supermini.
PROTOTYPE (2004)
>SSC Aero SC/8T prototype #001 was built using a supercharged Corvette ZR1 engine with G-64 6-speed manual transmission (also seen in the Dodge Viper. It weighs 2800 lb. Prototype #001 was sold in 2008 Barett-Jackson Palm Beach auction with winning bid price of (estimated) $172,000.
SPECIFICATION (2006)
Styling of the Aero includes the use of butterfly doors similar to those found on the Mercedes/McLaren SLR, Saleen S7, Mercedes-Benz CLK-GTR, and the Ferrari Enzo. Carbon fiber and titanium are used throughout the car, helping to limit the weight to 2,850 lb (1,293 kg) for the standard Aero. Rumors persist that the Ultimate Aero TT is nothing more than a stripped down racing version of the base Aero (rumors that the car has no air conditioning for example); however, such claims have been proven false.[5][6]
The engine in the base Aero model was a Supercharged V8 Ford Small Block series engine rated at 1,062 hp (792 kW) at 6600 rpm and 1,001 ft·lbf (1,357 N·m) at 5800 rpm, with the supercharger at 8 psi and running on 91 octane gasoline. The Ultimate Aero has increased engine displacement of 387 cu in (6.34 L) and increased boost of 14 psi, resulting in 1,146 hp (855 kW) at 6950 rpm and 821 ft·lb (1,113 N·m) at 6200 rpm, running on 91 octane gasoline.[6]
Wind tunnel testing indicates that the Ultimate Aero could theoretically reach a top speed of 273 mph (439 km/h) given appropriate transmission gear ratios, although the supplied transmission would result in 259.8 mph (418 km/h)[6] at the car's redline. The base Aero, however, should "only" reach about 236 mph (380 km/h).[7] The Ultimate Aero accelerates from 0-60 mph in 2.78 seconds,[8] slower than the Bugatti Veyron which achieves 0-60 mph in 2.46 seconds.SPECIFICATION (2007)
>The engine in the base Aero model is same as the previous year, but the Ultimate Aero has a 6.35-litre (387.2 cu in) engine, rated at 1,183 bhp (882 kW) at 6950 rpm and 1,094 lb·ft (1,483 N·m) torque at 6150 rpm, and the supercharger is replaced by a twin turbocharger with cabin adjustable boost pressure. The car is designed to use 91-octane gasoline.[10] The 6-speed transmission is readjusted to increase the theoretical top speed to 273.75 mph (437 km/h) at 7200 rpm.
Wheels on the base model are sized 18-inch (460 mm) at the front and 19-inch (480 mm) at the rear, while the Ultimate Aero TT has wheels an inch larger at each end.
The 2007 models are heavier, with the base model weighing 2,850 lb (1,290 kg), and Ultimate version 2,750 lb (1,250 kg). Unlike the previous year, base models have a navigation system, 10-speaker audio/CD/DVD system, video/DVD screen, back-up camera, air-conditioning, and trunk space as standard equipment. These come optional on the Ultimate.
The first production 2007 Ultimate Aero TT car was sold on eBay for US $431,100. Later cars are expected to cost US $485,000.[11] Only 24 Ultimate Aero TTs are going to be produced from 2006-2007. The Ultimate Aero TT made its international debut on the International Show Circuit in November 2006.
SPECIFICATION (2008)
>In 2008 models of Ultimate Aero, 3 changes were made:
- New Twin-Turbo V8
- All new aluminum engine block
- Standard HRE Monoblok wheels
- Azentek Atlas computer infotainment system[12]
The '08 Aero TT was to have a theoretical top speed of 430 km/h (267.19 mph)
SPECIFICATION (2007)
>The new Ultimate Aero has 15% more horsepower and was claimed to be able to reach 270 mph (435 km/h), with 6th gear rated top speed of 272.102 mph (438 km/h). In order to prevent the engine from overheating, airflow to the engine has increased 20% with new carbon fiber louvers. The nose has been redesigned to make the car more aerodynamic, and the interior has been redesigned. The new Aero also has a new AeroBrake system, which is a spoiler that rises up to 8 inches when the brake is pressed to slow the vehicle.[13]
- Length reduced to 176.2 inches (4475.5 mm)
| Manufacturer | SSC |
|---|---|
| Production | 1996–present (25 to be produced) |
| Body style(s) | 2-door coupe |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 176.2 in (4475.5 mm) |
| Width | 82.7 in (2100.6 mm) |
| Height | 43.0 in (1092.2 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,750 lb (1,250 kg) |
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