Transformation Electric Race Car to Debut at Race of Champions to Preview Launch of Nitro RX “Group E” Division.
Nitro Rallycross today unveiled the first video clips of the all-electric FC1-X on track, days ahead of its live debut at the Race of Champions. The all-new FC1-X is the most powerful rallycross car ever built, producing the electric equivalent of 1,070 peak horsepower. It will be driven this weekend in demos at the ROC Snow + Ice.
Created by First Corner, LLC, in collaboration with QEV Technologies and Nitro RX, the FC1-X’s groundbreaking design delivers the ultimate performance across the full range of rallycross conditions. It has been built without compromise to meet the vision of Nitro RX founder Travis Pastrana and deliver the best cars, on the best tracks, with the best racers anywhere in the world.
Pastrana says, “Our goal for the FC1-X was to create the best rallycross car possible. One that can put down more power than anything seen in competition and durable enough to thrive in the Nitro Rallycross. With more torque, acceleration and top speed than any gas-powered Supercar. The combined speed and strength of the FXC1-X definitely pushes the envelope on performance. This will allow more aggressive racing on more challenging tracks. Exciting the drivers and thrilling the fans. 2022 is going to be awesome.”
Electrified Performance
Powered by four Magelec Propulsion axial flux motors, the FC1-X generates the equivalent of 1,070 horsepower (800 kW) and is capable of accelerating from 0-60 in just 1.4 seconds. This is faster off the line than an F1 car, producing nearly 2g of acceleration from a standing start. That power will also propel the FC1-X across 200-ft gap jumps, through high banked dirt turns and over multiple surfaces.
The vehicle’s regenerative braking system then returns that power to the battery. An innovative driveshaft system offers conventional handbrake operation – a world first in electric motorsport and critical for rallycross action.
Carbon composite bodywork over a space-frame structure enhances driver safety and reduces overall weight. The FC1-X also features adjustable aerodynamics to tune flight balance on Nitro RX’s enormous jumps and nearly 12 inches (300 mm) of suspension travel to soak up big landings.
Adding to its endurance, the FC1-X boasts a battery range that will see it through multiple heat races before needing to recharge. THIS IS HUGE.
The vehicle’s styling echoes the lines of the current and future generation of production electric vehicles available to consumers in the highly popular crossover and small SUV segments.
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The FC1-X will flex its muscles in Nitro RX’s new top “Group E” division, coming this year. The upcoming season will build on 2021’s successful run with an expanded calendar now featuring international stops for the first time. More schedule details and event information will be announced very soon.
Just as the “banned from rally” Group B cars (infamously known as the Killer B’s) set the rallycross world ablaze in the 1980s, Nitro RX’s new Group E class is poised to make another quantum leap, demonstrating to the world the massive performance potential of electric vehicles unleashed by the fastest rallycross cars ever seen.
Nitro Rallycross is set to come back even stronger in 2022. For the latest updates information on how and when to experience Nitro RX’s high-flying action, go to https://www.nitrorallycross.com/.
Complete FC1-X Specs
Vehicle: FC1-X
Builder: First Corner / QEV Technologies
Series: Nitro RX
Class: Group E
PERFORMANCE
Drivetrain: All electric, permanent AWD
Peak power: 800 kW (1070 hp equivalent)
Max motor speed: 12,500 RPM
Max torque: 811 lb-ft (1,100 Nm)
0-60 mph time: 1.4 seconds
Recharge turnaround: 25 minutes from depleted to peak performance (at steady 40-50 kW)
Range: 13 miles (under racing conditions at peak performance)
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 106 inches (2,700 mm)
Track: 80 inches (2,000 mm)
Weight: 2,745 lbs (1,245 kg)
BODYWORK, & AERODYNAMICS:
Body: Carbon fiber and fiberglass composite over space-frame chassis
Design: Darryl Scriven (D5Creative) + Andreas Eriksson (First Corner)
Special features: Adjustable front and rear wing for downforce and flight balance
Relevant styling: Inspired by current generation production electric crossovers and SUVs
WHEELS, TIRES & BRAKES
Wheels (Front & Rear): Rotiform, custom one-piece, forged 19×11
Tires (Front & Rear): Yokohama 280/70 R19
Brakes (Front and Rear): Alcon 4 piston 335×32 + driver-adjustable regenerative system
INTERIOR
Seats: Corbeau, custom 8862 full carbon
Seat Belts: Corbeau, six-point
Steering Wheel: OMP WRC-style wheel with custom FC1-X control system
Pedals: First Corner with adjustable gas pedal damper
Roll Cage: First Corner, custom manufactured to FIA safety standards
Electronics/Dash display: MoTeC
SUSPENSION
Shocks: R53 Suspension 0.87 inch (22 mm), multi-way adjustable with 12 inches (300 mm) of travel
PROPULSION SYSTEM
Type: Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Motors: 4 x Magelec Propulsion axial flux motors
Sequential transmission: Sadev 1-speed (front) linked by prop-shaft to Sadev 3-speed (rear),
Differentials: Sadev mechanical clutch-type limited slip
Battery assembly: QEV Technologies, liquid cooled
Battery cells: Newattek
Battery capacity: 51.27 kWh
Max voltage: 870 V
Inverters: Magelec, silicon carbide (SiC)
Power distribution system: DC/DC type