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Tomcar Australia Pty Ltd
IndustryAutomotive
Founded2005; 19 years ago (2005)
ProductsOff-road utility vehicles
Websitewww.tomcar.com.au
Tomcar TM2 (blue), TM4 (black), and a TM5 (green).

The Tomcar is a type of commercial off-road utility vehicle.[1]

The Tomcar is made in two and four seat models, and is powered by either unleaded petrol or diesel engines and now in electric.[2] It uses a CVT transmission system and a chain driven final drive system, giving the vehicles a ground clearance of 38 cm (15").[3]

The Tomcar's chain-driven swingarm system allows the vehicle an above average ground clearance and suspension articulation, and also create "anti-squat" or lift.

History

The Tomcar is a specialist military vehicle. The initial model was the two-seater TM2. A four-seater model, known as the TM4, was added to the lineup in order to carry more personnel. A utility version with a larger carrying capacity was also developed, known as the TM5.

It is currently in use by the Israeli military to patrol its borders and carry out various military missions.[4] It is also used by the US Customs and Border Patrol, by the US National Guard,[5] and by the British Army in Afghanistan.[6]

The Tomcar has become available to the public for both commercial and recreational use since 2005.[7]

The Tomcar is produced in Melbourne, Australia by MTM Pty Ltd on licence from Tomcar Australia Pty Ltd.[8][9] Production began in November 2011.[10] The Melbourne Tomcar Australia facility was officially launched on March 8, 2012 by Victorian Minister for Trade, Industry and Export Richard Dalla-Riva.[11]

On November 6, 2013, Tomcar Australia Pty Ltd became the first car manufacturer to accept Bitcoin.[12] In March 2015 Tomcar Australia became the first auto manufacturer in the world to sell a new vehicle using Bitcoin.[13][14]

Tomcar Australia announced in May 2016 that they would become the first Australian production electric car.[2]

Models

The Tomcar currently comes in a two-seater version called the TM-2, a four-seater version called the TM-4 and a utility two-seater version called a TM-5.[15]

The Tomcar used to be also available in a one-seater version, known as the TM-1; however, this is now a discontinued model.

Specifications

Model: TM-2 (Two-Seater)

Dimensions:[8]

  • Length: 2820 mm / 111.5"
  • Width: 1780 mm / 70"
  • Height: 1686 mm / 67"
  • Wheelbase: 2052 mm / 81"
  • Ground clearance: 381 mm / 15"
  • Dry weight: 715 kg / 1573 lbs

Engines:

  • Lombardini Inline 4-stroke Diesel engine.[1]
  • YH465Q-2E 4-Stroke-water-cooled petrol engine.[1]
  • Kohler LH775S Liquid Cooled petrol engine.[16]

Transmission:

  • Automatic V-belt CVT
  • Heavy-duty, high/low gear box
  • Rear wheel drive
  • Final drive: 2 x dual oil bathed chains
  • Forward - neutral - reverse
  • Differential lock

Tyres:

  • Front: AT 25 x 8 - 12
  • Rear: AT 26 x 12 - 12

Suspension:

  • Front: Double wishbone, heavy-duty 343 mm / 13.5" travel
  • Rear: Trail arm heavy-duty 343mm / 13.5" travel with dual coil over springs, gas/hydraulic shocks[8]

Steering:

Brakes:

  • Disc Brakes
  • Mechanical hand brake

Fuel:

  • 26 litre / 6.75 gallon safety tank (1 or 2 tanks)

Electrics:

  • 12V 56AH battery
  • 40A alternator and regulator
  • Power socket
  • Halogen headlights, tail lights and brake lights
  • Horn

Instrumentation:

  • Speedometer
  • Wheels hour meter
  • Voltmeter
  • Fuel gauge
  • Low oil pressure
  • Turn signal
  • High beam light
  • Water temp gauge

Seats:

  • Adjustable bucket type with head rest,
  • 4-point harness
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References

  1. ^ a b c Tomcar - Off Road Vehicles Australia, All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Utility Vehicle (UTVs) - TOMCAR
  2. ^ a b http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2016/05/this-is-australias-first-electric-car/
  3. ^ http://www.tomcar.com.au/contentpics/pdfs/diesel_builder_magazine_oct07.pdf
  4. ^ http://www.tomcar.com.au/contentpics/pdfs/janes_defense_weekly.jpg
  5. ^ National Guard News - Nevada National Guard unveils new fleet of imagery vehicles
  6. ^ Error pages
  7. ^ Find a Dealer - TOMCAR
  8. ^ a b c Tomcar - New local vehicle manufacturer | GoAuto
  9. ^ Tomcar Announces Melbourne Factory - TOMCAR
  10. ^ http://www.shoestring.com.au/2013/11/car-manufacturing-startup-tomcar-australia-swivels-success/
  11. ^ | Victoria Backs First All-terrain Vehicle To Be Made In Australia | Surf Coast News
  12. ^ http://www.brw.com.au/p/entrepreneurs/vehicle_manufacturing_tomcar_opens_6lsgkk1sR7N2gqSOaLisXL
  13. ^ http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/38DDCE04861616F4CA257E000027C429
  14. ^ http://www.australianmanufacturing.com.au/26568/tomcar-australia-sells-first-australian-car-bitcoin
  15. ^ TOMCAR - Available Models for 2010
  16. ^ TOMCAR

Sources

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