It seems the world isn’t tired of ultralight sports cars yet and that’s great news since the British manufacturer responsible for introducing the Mono back in 2011, is back in the fray with new shipments of single-seat approved for public roads. . We’re not talking about the second generation, or anything like that, we’re talking about a an important update that would allow it to extend its existence a few more years.
General characteristics of the BAC Mono 2024
As the name suggests, the new Mono remains a single-seater sports car with a primary focus on light weight. The design is not groundbreaking, but an evolution as it retains the unique shape and open bodywork of the original concept. This means that the user will not have a windshield or any cover for the rear suspension, but will get one reworked rear spoiler and prominent roll bars. The small body you’ll find serves an aerodynamic purpose in the search for impressive lightness and it is this car barely weighs 570 kilograms.
“The unveiling of the new Mono supercar at Monterey Car Week perfectly sums up BAC’s brilliant track record. Not only is this the first time the company has officially participated in Monterey Car Week, but we’ve chosen this iconic setting to showcase our latest high-performance single-seater creation to the world; a development that forms the basis of BAC’s growing worldwide core product offering. Mono puts the driver’s experience first, regardless of whether that experience is on the road or the track.said Mike Flewitt, president of BAC.
BAC Mono 2024 Technical Specifications
At the heart of the new Mono is a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine optimized to “produce the perfect amount of power and torque for a high-performance car that is agile and dynamic, both on the road and on the track.” This translates to a total of 320 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and maximum torque of 313 Nm. There have been several improvements made to the block, such as forged connecting rods and pistons, a more aggressive camshaft, and improved valve springs, as well as a carbon fiber intake system with individual throttle body, among others.
BAC announced a weight distribution oriented towards the rear axle (41% at the front and 59% at the rear) and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds. The gearbox is six-speed sequential, with gear ratios that can be configured to suit the specific needs of the owner. The British firm also pointed out that the suspension geometry has been optimized, allowing the Mono to exhibit 50% less pitch under braking and accelerating, with revised two-axis adjustable two-axle dampers to give the driver the best experience. on the road and track”. As for the tires, a variety of Pirelli-made compounds are offered, such as the Trofeo R, as well as slicks and wet options.
Launch of BAC Mono 2024
Production of the revamped Mono has started at the company’s headquarters in Liverpool, United Kingdom, and the first deliveries will be made within days: “The demand for this new supercar is unprecedented. In fact, it’s so exciting that we’ve already received orders for the Mono ahead of its official presentation, and the first samples will ship soon after the event”, said Chris Lockhart, Head of Global Sales at BAC.
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