T3 Motion GT3 three-wheel eletric vehicle revealed [Video]
T3 Motion has released some details pertaining to its two-passenger GT3 plug-in electric vehicle. The tri-wheel design features two front wheels and a single rear wheel with two separately integrated low rolling resistance tyres. Front suspension consists of a MacPherson strut layout. A multi-link dual-shock rear suspension system keeps things exciting as far as handling is concerned.
The front-wheel-drive GT3 has an overall length of 140 inches (355 cm), a width of 63 inches (160cm) and a standing height of 45 inches (114cm). Front track width is 55 inches (140cm), the wheelbase is 100 inches (254cm) and minimum ground clearance is 5 inches (12.7cm).
Power is supplied by lithium-polymer battery technology and goes to the AC induction motor sitting at the front. According to T3, the GT3 has a range of between 80 and 100 miles (129km - 161km) per charge. It has a top speed of 70mph (113km/h).
T3 will be selling the vehicle at between US$35,000 (€28,700) and US$42,000 (€34,500). Interestingly because of its 3-wheel design it is classified as a motorcycle.
Watch this very short video for an idea of what it looks like.
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| Top Speed Battery Chemistry OAL OAW OAH Front Track Width Wheel Base Min Ground Clearance Motor Type Battery Pack Size Transmission Type Front Suspension Design Range Seating Capacity Motor Location Drive Type |
70 m.p.h. Lithium polymer 140 in. 63 in. 45 in. 55 in. 100 in. 5 in. AC induction 18 kwH Single ratio transaxle McPherson strut 80- 100 miles 2 Front FWD |
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