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ERA HSS

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ERA HSS
CategorySingle-seater
ConstructorTiger Racing
Technical specifications
ChassisRound tubular space frame chassis, GRP body with carbon fibre
Suspension (front)Adjustable shock absorbers
Suspension (rear)Trailing arm, adjustable shock absorbers
Length3,500 mm (137.8 in)
Axle track1,335 mm (52.6 in) front
1,350 mm (53.1 in) rear
Wheelbase2,215 mm (87.2 in)
EngineFord Zetec, 1,800 cc (109.8 cu in) or 2,000 cc (122.0 cu in), 16 valve DOHC straight-four Naturally aspirated Mid-engined
TransmissionHewland Mk.9 historic box 5-speed manual
Weight460 kg (1,014 lb)
Tyres205-50-15 front
225-50-15 rear
Competition history

The ERA HSS, or ERA SS, is a single-seater track car produced by Tiger Racing.[1] Tiger Racing says that the styling of the ERA HSS is influenced by early Lotus and BRM vehicles.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Tiger Racing :: Sportscars for road and track :: English Racing Automobiles HSS". Archived from the original on 25 February 2008. Retrieved 14 February 2008.
  2. ^ Tiger Sportscars Brochure, 12 February 2008