The new 2010 Oshkosh Light Concept Vehicle Design, that's a diesel hybrid Light Notion Automobile (LCV) in the Oshkosh Severe Racing group competing while in the 43rd working with the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. "Light" within this case is relative, obviously. Oshkosh builds a big range of bigger devices, ranging from fire trucks to rigs able to hauling approximately 70 tons.
Now, the Oshkosh outfit failed to win the function. In fact, just one of its two entries finished, and it had been six and a fifty percent several hours also late to be scored. It was, however, an chance to view how Oshkosh's ProPulse hybrid technique would hold up to the rigors of off-road abuse. In that department the race was a good results.
In accordance to the Oshkosh, the hybrid program employs a diesel motor to send strength to a generator which, in turn, directly powers the wheels (Although not stated, we imagine there's an electric motor involved for every set of wheels.) In spot of batteries, the setup relies on ultracapacitors to retailer and supply vitality. The arrangement is stated to lessen fuel usage by 20 % because of the elimination of elements such as the torque converter, automatic transmission, transfer case and driveshafts. To have a much better seem at this beast, check out the gallery beneath or the video clip of it in action right after the break.
2010 Oshkosh Light Concept
