Gato del Sol III

Vehicle Specs

  • Top Speed: 55mph
  • Weight: 655lbs (with driver)
  • Dimensions (L, W, H): 5m, 1.8m, 1.5m
  • Batteries: 168 Kokam Li-Po, 5kWh capacity
  • Electric Motor: Brushless DC, 7kW (9hp) peak
  • Solar Cells: 480 Sunpower A-300 silicon, 1.2kW peak
  • Structure: Spaceframe (6061 Al), Shell (Fiberglass/Foam Composite)

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Gato del Sol III FAQ

  1. What is it?
    • A solar car
  2. How fast does the car go?
    • The fastest the car has traveled was 55mph, but we estimate it will go about 65 mph. But, remember that the faster you go, the more energy you waste.
  3. What type of motor does it use?
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