The changes will affect tubular frames Seven. In collaboration with experts in the production of bicycle frames from Reynold Technology, as well as the engineering firm Simpat, is used in the CAE-systems, Caterham going to use during the manufacture of the frame tubes of varying thickness in the central part and at the ends.
According to Autocar, it will reduce the weight of the individual components by 50%. and the entire frame — 10% (now — 55 kg). And in the new frame joints on the strength does not yield the same.
«Velokonstruktsiya» does not entail a total change model.
The novelty value of 1200–1500 Euros will be offered as an option in 2017. Marketers Caterham assume that it will go every fifth buyer.
The first such frame concept tested on Caterham 270, which funded the development of the UK innovation agency (she was introduced to the public in March at the Niche Vehicle Network Symposium exhibition).
Photo: manufacturer
The first such frame concept tested on Caterham 270, which funded the development of the UK innovation agency (she was introduced to the public in March at the Niche Vehicle Network Symposium exhibition).
Photo: manufacturer
