The Oshkosh Extreme Racing Team. Oshkosh Corporation, a leading designer and manufacturer of specialty and off-road vehicles and technologies, is participating in the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 for the first time. The company is racing two Light Concept Vehicles (LCV) as part of its rigorous testing for next-generation suspension and powertrain technologies. The Oshkosh Extreme Racing team includes members of California Gold Racing, led by legendary driver Glenn Harris.
The Trucks Oshkosh Corporation designed and produced the Light Concept Vehicle (LCV) racing in the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
. The LCV represent leading edge technologies – the ProPulse® diesel-electric powertrain and new TAK-4® independent suspension system. Running in the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000, the Oshkosh LCV will demonstrate the ‘art of the possible’ in one of the world’s toughest off-road races. Two LCVs, numbered the M1 and M2, are competing.
Oshkosh next-generation TAK-4 independent suspension system features:
20 inches of independent wheel travel and larger shock absorption for off-road mobility
A smoother ride quality at increased speeds
Speeds up to 40 percent faster than other vehicles in its class over the same terrain
Oshkosh ProPulse diesel-electric powertrain technology features:
Improved fuel economy compared to existing fleets
The ability to export significant levels of electrical power
A 400-hp engine
Fewer components allows for increased space and crew capsule design flexibility
Speeds up to 90 mph
The Drivers
Glenn Harris – M1
30 years experience in motorsports
Won numerous events and championship titles, starting with his first off-road race in 1974
Career highlights include winning the 1991 Manufacturer’s Cup title and several international events in France, Guam, Mexico and Canada
Team owner and manager of California Gold Racing Team
Darren Skilton – M1
Professional driver for 17 years
Past driver, driving instructor, team manager, truck builder, developer and North American representative for Dakar Rally
Career highlights include six Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 wins and five Dakar Rally finishes, in addition to more than 13 wins and top finishes in other races
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