Stealth B6

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Stealth B6 [1] [2] [3]
Category GT1
Production2000
Technical specifications
Chassis Steel tubular spaceframe, carbon fiber/glass body
Suspension double wishbones, push-rod actuated coil springs over shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Engine Chevrolet 6.3–6.6 L (384.4–402.8 cu in) OHV V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Transmission 6-speed sequential manual
Power500–650 hp (370–480 kW)
479–520 lb⋅ft (649–705 N⋅m)
Weight900 kg (2,000 lb)
Brakes Disc brakes
Tires Dunlop
Competition history
RacesWins Podiums Poles
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The Stealth B6 is a purpose-built grand tourer-style race car, designed, developed and built to GT1 rules and regulations, and used for sports car racing in 2000. [4] [5] [6] [7]

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