Solectria 5 Series

Races:

Solectria 5:

1988 Swiss Tour de Sol: Sixth
1988 American Solar Cup: First

Solectria 5B:

1989 American Tour de Sol: First
1989 Swiss Tour de Sol: Third
1989 Canadian Solar Cup: First
1990 American Tour de Sol: First
In 1989 Solectria 5B set a world record by travelling from LA to DC in just 14 days!

MIT 5X:

1991 Arizona 500: Second
1991 American Tour de Sol: First
1991 Swiss Tour de Sol: Second

Specifications

Length: 13 ft.
Width: 5.5 ft
Height: 2.5 ft
Weight: 320 lbs
Solar Array: 480 W, Arco
Batteries: AgCd, 4000 Whrs
Motor: brushless 50V, 7HP
Controls: Gilltronics 3p-AC
Chassis: Chromalloy Steel
Body: Fiberglass-foam
Wheels: 3: 2 front, 1 rear
Top Speed: 85 mph
Cruising Speed: 60 mph