JCB engine shatters record

A VEHICLE powered by the same engine as that used in JCB’s industrial and farming machines has shattered the land speed record for diesel powered vehicles.

Wed, 23 Aug, 2006 - 01:00

Craig Woodhouse, Utah

The British JCB Dieselmax had an average speed of 328.767mph during its record bid on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.

The car, driven by Wing Commander Andy Green, made two runs yesterday afternoon.

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Courts Place: Bonneville salt flats Place: Utah Person: Wing Commander Person: Andy Green Person: Green Person: Tim Leverton Person: Anthony Bamford Organisation: JCB Organisation: JCB Dieselmax

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