Each door is 60 pounds in weight and measures 3 millimeters thick.
The Tesla Cybertruck’s stainless steel body is one of its most distinctive features. It also cribs the DeLorean DMC-12 exterior. It offers real durability, which Tesla CEO Elon Muss was willing to show during the truck’s unveiling last night. The 3-millimeter thick stainless-steel door was not damaged by a sledgehammer. Don’t forget to ask about the side windows. Motortrend reports the Cybertruck will be using the same 301 stainless Steel Tesla uses for its Starship spacecraft. Musk claimed that the body was bulletproof and could withstand a 9mm shot. This is a bold claim that any company would make. However, it’s not supported by proper ballistics certification as noted in the Motor Trend article. To be properly certified, you must pass a series of rigorous tests that simulate real-world firearm situations.
Tesla thought about increasing the thickness to four millimeters, but decided against it. Each of the 60-pound door panels, which are each 3mm thick, weighs 60 pounds. One millimeter more thickness would mean that each door would weigh 20 pounds more, but it would have greater protection for the truck’s ballistics. The Cybertruck’s unique exterior styling and material is just one of many jaw-dropping features of Tesla’s new model. The entry-level model costs $39,900 and offers 250 miles of range. It also has a 6.5 second 0-60 time. For $69,900, those looking for serious performance can upgrade to the top-tier model. They get a 14,000-pound rating, 500 miles of range and a 2.9 second sprint to 60.
When Tesla unveils a new model, it always grabs headlines. This company is creating and manufacturing products that are not being pursued by traditional automakers. It has a history that makes it difficult to keep its big promises. Although the Cybertruck is possible to go either direction, it is certainly eye-catching.