Vector Avtech WX3


The Vector Avtech WX3 was the next model introduced by Jerry Wiegert for Vector Aeromotive, which by this time had some investment from a company in Indonesia known as MegaTech, which also owned Lamborghini.  It was to be the ultimate Vector.  Its only Hollywood appearance was an episode of a new version of the series "Burke's Law" entitled "Who Killed the Motorcar Maverick?"


Vector Avtech WX3 Engine Specifications

Type: Oldsmobile-based aluminum alloy 90-degree V-8

Valvetrain: 4 valves per cylinder, dual overhead cams

Displacement: 7.0 liters

Carburetion: Electronic Direct Port fuel injection

Turbochargers: 2 Garrett AiResearch H3s with water-cooled housings

Boost control: 2 Boost-Guard waste gates

Maximum Boost: Presumably 10-15 psi, cockpit adjustable

Intercoolers: Air-to-air, dual-pass high efficiency aluminum

Lubrication System: Dry Sump

Power (Normally aspirated): 500-700 bhp

Power (Twin turbocharged): 800-1200 bhp

Torque: 800+ lb-ft @ 4900 rpm

Emission Control: Closed-loop inlection/catalytic converters, unleaded fuel

Redline: Presumably 7000 rpm

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Drivetrain Specifications

Transmission: Aluminum high-performance racing manual/automatic, clutchless, ratchet shifter

Final drive: Aluminum housing with ground helical spur gears, Gleason-Torsen differential

Ratio: 2.43:1

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Dimensions and Capacities

Wheelbase: 103.0 in.

Track, F/R: 63.0/67.0 in.

Length: 184.0 in.

Width: 80.0 in.

Height: 42.5 in.

Ground clearance: 5.5 in.

Curb weight: 3320 lbs

Fuel-cell capacity: 28.0 gal.

Oil capacity: 12.0 qt.

Water Capacity: 24.0 qt.

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Suspension

Front: Independent unequal-length A-arms, concentric coil adjustable shock absorbers

Rear: De Dion tube with 4-trailing arms and lateral link, concentric coil adjustable shock absorbers

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Steering

Type: Power assisted rack-and-pinion

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Brakes

Front: ABS, 4-wheel 13.5-in. ventilated discs, 6-piston aluminum calipers

Rear: ABS, 4-wheel 13.5-in. ventilated discs, 6-piston aluminum calipers
 

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Wheels and Tires

Wheel size (front): 18 X 9.5 in.

Wheel size (rear): 18 X 12.0 in.

Wheel type: Mag wheels (optional Bonneville discs)

Tire make: Michelin MXX3

Tire size (front): 245/40ZR-18

Tire size (rear): 325/30ZR-18

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Performance (Manufacturer's Estimates)

0-60 mph: 3.0 sec

Standing 1/4-mile: N/A

Top speed: 250-260 mph (Turbo version)

Fuel economy: N/A