Auto Car | Dodge Ram SRT-10 2004 | Only recently off the Saltillo, Mexico, assembly line and not modified in any way for additional power or enhanced aerodynamics, a Dodge Ram SRT-10 posted a two-lap, both-directions average speed of 154.587 mph over a "flying kilometer" on the 4.71-mile oval at the Chrysler Proving Grounds at the Chelsea Proving Grounds.The record run by the Dodge Ram SRT-10 was certified by Guinness World Records and the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). The previous record was 147.54 mph, set before the Dodge Ram SRT-10 went into production. (This record has now been broken by the Holden LS2 6.0 litre V8 Maloo R8 Ute, at 168.7 mph.)Behind the wheel of the Ram SRT-10 in the record-setting run was Brendan Gaughan, a six-time winner in a Dodge Ram in the 2003 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS). Gaughan made his NASCAR Nextel Cup debut later that month at the Daytona 500 in the No. 77 Kodak Dodge.
Hein Le Roux, research team member at Guinness World Records, said "People aren't too surprised when they hear about expensive super cars or race cars setting speed records. But few people expect a standard production pickup truck, which they can drive straight off the dealer lot, to be capable of this sort of speed. That's what makes this such a great Guinness World Record."Trevor Creed, Chrysler's Senior Vice President of Design, said: "We spent a lot of time in the wind tunnel with the Ram SRT-10, so that is why you see a deep front fascia with a splitter and a subtle rear wing. In fact, we have managed the aerodynamics of the Ram SRT-10 to give this vehicle performance more befitting a sports car than a truck. The rear wing is not only functional, providing a reduction in lift, but it also provides a reduction in drag, which is a rarity for a wing."
The most noticeable exterior feature of the new 2004 Dodge Ram SRT-10 is a unique hood that features a wide power bulge and scoop sitting atop the signature cross-hair grille. "Viper Powered" badges on either side of the hood scoop leave no doubt as to what resides underneath.The Dodge Ram SRT-10 is available in black, red and silver only. The Ram SRT-10 rides on unique 22-inch polished aluminum "Viper-style" wheels, the largest wheels available on production pickup. The new front fascia, unique hood with integrated air intake, billet grille, lower ride height and ground-effect moldings make it look "hunkered down."From the side, effects include an aluminum fuel filler, SRT-10 badging, and visible red brake calipers; from the rear, they include a spoiler and custom fascia with cutout for dual exhausts and a large, center-mounted chrome Ram's head badge.
"There is a slightly understated air about the SRT-10, especially considering its performance potential," said Rick Aneiros, Vice President, Truck Design. "But as powerful as the overall theme of the Ram SRT-10 is, we were determined not to make this another boy racer truck. We added functional aero tweaks to deliver a truck that can handle 150 mph-plus speeds."Inside, there are heavily bolstered racing-derived leather seats with black suede perforated inserts and a carbon-fiber leather trim steering wheel. Silver trim adorns the center stack and a silver trim strip with an "SRT-10" badge resides on the passenger side air bag. A red Viper start button on the dash goes with the engine, and a custom Hurst shift lever sprouts from a silver metal shift bezel and is topped by a Viper style shift knob. Aluminum performance pedals replace the stock set up.
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Hein Le Roux, research team member at Guinness World Records, said "People aren't too surprised when they hear about expensive super cars or race cars setting speed records. But few people expect a standard production pickup truck, which they can drive straight off the dealer lot, to be capable of this sort of speed. That's what makes this such a great Guinness World Record."Trevor Creed, Chrysler's Senior Vice President of Design, said: "We spent a lot of time in the wind tunnel with the Ram SRT-10, so that is why you see a deep front fascia with a splitter and a subtle rear wing. In fact, we have managed the aerodynamics of the Ram SRT-10 to give this vehicle performance more befitting a sports car than a truck. The rear wing is not only functional, providing a reduction in lift, but it also provides a reduction in drag, which is a rarity for a wing."
The most noticeable exterior feature of the new 2004 Dodge Ram SRT-10 is a unique hood that features a wide power bulge and scoop sitting atop the signature cross-hair grille. "Viper Powered" badges on either side of the hood scoop leave no doubt as to what resides underneath.The Dodge Ram SRT-10 is available in black, red and silver only. The Ram SRT-10 rides on unique 22-inch polished aluminum "Viper-style" wheels, the largest wheels available on production pickup. The new front fascia, unique hood with integrated air intake, billet grille, lower ride height and ground-effect moldings make it look "hunkered down."From the side, effects include an aluminum fuel filler, SRT-10 badging, and visible red brake calipers; from the rear, they include a spoiler and custom fascia with cutout for dual exhausts and a large, center-mounted chrome Ram's head badge.
"There is a slightly understated air about the SRT-10, especially considering its performance potential," said Rick Aneiros, Vice President, Truck Design. "But as powerful as the overall theme of the Ram SRT-10 is, we were determined not to make this another boy racer truck. We added functional aero tweaks to deliver a truck that can handle 150 mph-plus speeds."Inside, there are heavily bolstered racing-derived leather seats with black suede perforated inserts and a carbon-fiber leather trim steering wheel. Silver trim adorns the center stack and a silver trim strip with an "SRT-10" badge resides on the passenger side air bag. A red Viper start button on the dash goes with the engine, and a custom Hurst shift lever sprouts from a silver metal shift bezel and is topped by a Viper style shift knob. Aluminum performance pedals replace the stock set up.
Source : www.allpar.com
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