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Hybrid sand rail uses Solar T-62 turbine and electric motors

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Key Takeaway

A custom sand rail project combines a surplus Solar T-62 turbine with electric motor-generators to create a series hybrid drive.

Summary

A builder named Marcona has developed a unique sand rail that utilizes a surplus Solar T-62 turbine as a power source. The system uses a pair of Kia/Hyundai HSG water-cooled motor-generators and a Mitsubishi Outlander electric motor to convert turbine shaft power into electric drive. While the setup produces 150 HP, it consumes approximately 19.3 gallons of fuel per hour at full load.

Technical details of the turbine hybrid

  • Uses a Solar T-62 turbine as the primary power source.
  • Employs two Kia/Hyundai HSG water-cooled motor-generators.
  • Integrates an electric motor from a Mitsubishi Outlander.
  • Delivers 150 HP from the turbine shaft.
  • Fuel consumption is rated at 19.3 gallons/hr at full load.

Original reference: hackaday.com →