| Owner | James Weirick |
|---|---|
| Owner's Other EVs | 1984 Pontiac Fiero 1991 Ford Festiva Unitrike 1994 Honda Del Sol 1995 Honda Del Sol 1996 Chevrolet S-10 1968 Volkswagen Karman Ghia 1995 Mitsubishi Mirage |
| Location | Barberton, Ohio United States map |
| | |
| Vehicle | 1968 Volkswagen Beetle |
| Motor | General Electric 5BT1346B51 Series Wound DC 23 HP, 99.4 Volt, 201 Amp, 3285 RPM, 170 pounds |
| Drivetrain | VW Transmission |
| Controller | Curtis 1221B 72-120 Volt 400 Amp |
| Batteries | 21 US Battery AP-220, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded 220 Ah |
| System Voltage | 126 Volts |
| Charger | home made bridge rectification with reducers ($50) 40 Amp |
| Top Speed | 75 MPH (120 KPH) |
| Acceleration | average |
| Range | 60 Miles (96 Kilometers) at 60 mph |
| Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
| Curb Weight | 2,600 Pounds (1,181 Kilograms) |
| Tires | 643 |
| 85 mile with NiCads at 60 mph | |
1968 Volkswagen Beetle
“Snow Buggy”
Last Updated 04-14-2008
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