Owner | Harry van Soolen |
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Owner's Other EVs | 1992 Geo Metro 1975 Zagato Elcar 2004 Mini-E-Bike |
Location | West Valley City, Utah United States map |
Web/Email | WebPage |
Vehicle | 1992 Electrathon Electrathon race car I used in many locations (Utah, Oregon, California, Arizona, Colorado). |
Motor | Scott Permanent Magnet DC Scott 1Hp motor |
Drivetrain | Chain Drivetrain |
Controller | Curtis 1204-301 24-36Volt Controller |
Batteries | 4, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM Max weight as per rules, 67lbs. |
System Voltage | 24 Volts |
Charger | Self designed and built 24volt charger. |
Instrumentation | Voltmeter and Ampmeter |
Top Speed | 40 MPH (64 KPH) Max speed determined by gear ratios. |
Acceleration | Fast for a small racer. |
Range | 40 Miles (64 Kilometers) Not sure of exact range but need to go one hour on the batteries. |
Seating Capacity | 1 adult |
Curb Weight | 200 Pounds (90 Kilograms) |
Tires | 20" Bicycle BMX tires @100psi |
Conversion Time | Approx 9monts from scratch |
Conversion Cost | Approx $2000 |
Additional Features | Two steering handles controlling each front wheels spindle. Side intake air scoop to cool the motor and controller. Main interior shutoff circuit breaker and exterior controlled emergency shutoff switch. |
My Electrathon enjoyed many races in most of my surrounding state venues. I am in the process at the moment to modify it for the Bonneville Salt Flats speed trials. I am designing and building another Electrathon for the speed trials this upcoming September. |