Tag: Caterham Supersport

  • Caterham Supersport R Completes Iconic Range of Sevens

    Caterham-Supersport-R-THUMBCaterham Supersport R is the latest addition to the iconic range of Sevens. The two-liter Supersport R packs 180 hp (132 kW) and track-bred dynamics, and it is an elaborate version of the standard Supersport.

    Nevertheless, the new edition has many circuit-orientated performance essentials and is equipped with bigger engine and a five-speed gearbox, which delivers astounding performance. Furthermore, the new 2-litre Ford Duratec unit has proven its durability and performance on the track, having been developed during three years in Caterham’s R300 race championship.

    In fact, the Supersport R shows the brand’s aim to develop the iconic Seven, which it has been engineering and building for nearly 40 years. And it is more than obvious that this model will grab the attention of driving enthusiasts.

    The performance of the car is very impressive an given that it is combined with the accessibility of the suspension specification, this makes the vehicle perfectly balanced, satisfying and fun in terms of the driving experience it offers.

    Another highlight here is the front-mounted Caterham-developed Ford Duratec engine, which pairs up with a limited-slip differential to further improve its performance credentials. On the other hand the Avon CR500 tyres, Supersport dampers and race springs allow a highly-focused handling. Aerodynamics is further enhanced by the overall weight of the car which is just 535kg.

    At last, the interior of the car includes bespoke Supersport steering wheel, integrated change-up light, composite race seats and four-point race harnesses. An aero screen comes as standard.

    Source: Caterham

  • Caterham Supersport

    Caterham has introduced the new Supersport model, which is derived directly from the race car that competes in the highly-successful CSC (Caterhmam Supersport Championship).

    Caterham Supersport is powered by 1.6 liter Ford Sigma engine mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The car features „sprint” ratio gearing, lightweight flywheel and race-prepared suspension with CR500 Avon tyres on 13” wheels.

    The curb weight of Supersport is 520kg and the acceleration is more than awesome – 4.9 seconds to 60 mph and a top speed of 120mph.

    Caterham Supersport also features a motorsport-honed limited-slip-differential and gearing with sports driving in mind. The uprated springs and dampers are borrowed directly from its race car cousin, stiffer anti-roll bars, track biased dash with integrated change up lights and an aero screen.

    Supersport is priced at £22 995, but the real enthusiasts will be able to purchase in component form for £19 995.

    “We’ve built faster and more powerful accelerating cars before, but the Supersport’s character, value and low running costs have generated a machine that will excite sportscar fans, including those on a budget.”, commented Caterham Cars engineering director, Mark Edwards.

    Caterham Supersport

    Source: Caterham