Fringian Sports Car

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Sports Car
Tech Level TL–7
Mass 0.7 Tons
Cost {{{cost}}}
Mode Wheels
Type
Speed 330 kph
Cargo 0.1m³
Crew 1
Passengers 1
Armament none

Description / Specifications

An exquisitely crafted, very fast personal transport vehicle designed for the exclusive luxury market.

Hull / Suspension

A streamlined chassis constructed from alloys and strong, lightweight materials. Length: 5m, Width: 1.6m, Height: 1.3m. Unloaded Weight: 850 kg.

  • External Volume: approximately 9.75m³ (0.7 dTons).
Note that the external volume measures the vehicles maximum dimensions and includes road clearance. The contained volume of the contoured hull is substantially lower.

The vehicle is fitted with wheeled suspension.

  • The vehicle performs excellently on metalled surfaces but has no off-road capability.

Power / Transmission

A small, finely tuned supercharged power plant using hydrocarbon fuel. The power plant is electronically managed. The fuel is contained within a small protected tank.

  • Cruise Speed 210 kph, Top Speed 330 km
  • Range 600 km at cruise, 300 km at top speed

Passengers / Cargo

An enclosed cabin containing two front seats. The seating is fitted with safety straps. The driver's position is equipped with advanced mechanical controls, a console and a heads-up display.

Internal cargo storage: 0.1m³. Maximum cargo load: 60 kg

Equipment

Headlights and running lights. Basic environmental controls (the hull is weatherproof but not sealed). Small (typically 50 km range) communications and navigation system. The vehicle is fitted with proximity sensors, an onboard computer management system and a variety of driver aids.

History / Background

A powerful, extremely fast model of vehicle available in a variety of body styles and colors.

See also: Vehicles of the Distant Fringe

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