OwnerJim and Jane Hansen
LocationBattle Ground, Washington United States map
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Vehicle1908 Oldsmobile
replica
MotorBosch Permanent Magnet DC
two 5"
DrivetrainDirect drive, twin belts (one to each motor) to differential
ControllerEV Parts
48 Volt, 275 Amps
Batteries4, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
group 27 RV type
System Voltage48 Volts
ChargerLester
boat anchor
DC/DC Converter
small Concord 12 Volt AGM battery for lights and horn
Top Speed19 MPH (30 KPH)
NEDRA certified
Acceleration0 to 19 MPH in approximately 8 seconds...60 MPH?
Range20 Miles (32 Kilometers)
maybe, not tested
Seating Capacity2 adventuresome types
Curb Weight500 Pounds (227 Kilograms)
estimated, with batteries
Tires3.60 X 18 inch on spoked wheels
Conversion TimeKit car, as purchased.
(replica) Replica of a 1908 Olds EV 'horseless carriage'. No windshield, doors, or roof (OK, it has a canvass awning with tassels). It's like going back in time to experience how folks at the turn of the century got aroun. World record holder for MP/I class (seriously)

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