This V8 monster flies over seven monster trucks.
Monster Jam, arguably the most adrenaline-pumping motorsport in the world, is back in the news. Colton Eichelberger, a Paxton-born driver of monster trucks, set a new record last Saturday for the longest jump. He flew over seven trucks in a jump of 144 feet (43.9 meters). This feat was performed at Monster Jam’s World Finals at Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida.
The previous record was also set by Eichelberger’s dad, Tom Meentz (12-time Monster Jam World Finals Champion). It took the young driver just a few acceleration runs and the right approach to make his truck weigh 12,000 pounds (5,443-kilograms). The Drive describes the jump.
Let’s share some interesting facts about the Monster Jam series. Feld Entertainment currently manages the series, which began in 1992. Motor1.com‘s Senior Editor Greg Fink described the race as “World Wrestling Entertainment(WWE)” and “a spectacle unlike any other motorsports”.
These beast trucks are powered by supercharged 8.8-liter V8 supercharged motors producing between 1,300 to 1,500 horsepower (969 kilowatts) The Brodozer is also available in diesel power, powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine-burner. The engine’s power is transferred to the ground by the Chunky Rockwell F106 axles using an electric-assist reverse-steering system and a locking rear differential.
The tires, last but not least allow the monster trucks perform outrageous stunts such as front flips. Balkrishna Industries Limited (BKT) made the tires that allow these machines to ride. They are 66 inches (168 centimeters) tall. These tires are attached to a pair of 25-inch (65 centimeter) by 34 inch (86 centimeter) steel wheels.