He JCB Fastrak, a tractor developed by engineers from Staffordshire (Great Britain), has managed to beat Guinness record for maximum speed for vehicles of this type at Elvington airfield, in York, and in their straights more than three kilometers long.

He has been placed in control man Martin, motorcycle racer (famous for racing in Tourist Cup from the Isle of Man) and a truck mechanic.

The feat comes after the JCB brand set its first Guinness Record for the fastest tractor in Elvington in June. On the phone Fastrak One, reach speed 100mph, also with Martin in control.

JCB he then embarked on an ambitious plan to break his own record and grow it Fastrac Two, 10% lighter and more aerodynamic than its little brother. The Fastrac Two reached a top speed of 247.5 km/h and set the average 217.6 km/hour in Elvington.

aerodynamics work

This Fastrac Two retains the same design and packaging principles, but is 10% lighter than its predecessor, reducing its weight eight tons to less than five. The tractor hood was changed from steel to aluminum, and non-structural materials were removed from the chassis. In addition, cab mounts and roll cage will be incorporated into the chassis design.

Aerodynamic analysis and development was carried out by Rob Smedley, former Head of Vehicle Performance at williams, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) used by Williams Advanced Engineering to reduce the aerodynamic drag of the Deep Fastrac Two 10% About Fastrac One.

For this purpose, a new air deflector for the cab (which was lowered by 20 centimeters), a restyled radiator shroud, new side panels, front bumper and cab roof were developed. All of the above helps the tractor break through the air, heading for a new one Guinness world record.

Engine over 1,000 CV

An extra shot of power is also required, and the JCB Dieselmax engine from 7.2 liters And 6 cylinder, Manufactured at JCB Power Systems in Derbyshire, it also received a new, larger turbocharger with ice tank cooling.

Hybrid technology and its capabilities to use high performance racing diesel fuel allow him to achieve 1016 hp at 3,150 rpm, as well as a engine torque of more than 2500 Nm.

reinforced interior

In Guy Martin’s driving position, a rolling cage approved by FIA (International Automobile Federation).

Additionally, a six-point harness is fitted and, for a safer stop, a braking parachute in true Dragster style. Of course, the tires are also special and able to withstand bumps 260km/h with five tons on top.