Mercedes-Benz building the last examples of the SLR
By Andrew C., 27 Aug, 2010. 0 Comments
Mercedes-Benz Mclaren SLR
The last SLR units (SLR Stirling Moss variant) will soon roll out. In 1955, Rudolf Uhlenhaut combined the design and technology of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL "Gullwing" model with the main characteristics of the 300 SLR racing machine to create what is now regarded as the SLR legend. Certainly, the news that the SLR (which stands for sporty, light, raceworthy) will be ending its run is disappointing. Throughout history, five variants of the SLRs have been produced since Mercedes-Benz and McLaren jointly started the project in 2004. These include two coupes, two roadster versions and the SLR Stirling Moss, which is a limited edition of 75 examples.
A total of 2,000 SLR models have been produced to date. The SLR Stirling Moss, first introduced in January 2009, was especially designed to sport "an exciting, pronounced arrow-shaped form" that provides enhanced aerodynamics, allowing it achieve a maximum speed of 350 km/h.
A V8 supercharged engine, which develops 478 kW (650 hp), enables the SLR Stirling Moss to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds. It's notable as well that the side skirts are very high, similar to the model driven by Stirling Moss in 1955 at Mille Miglia. It's comparable to the Coupe and Roadster models, which have the eight-cylinder powerplant with a displacement of 5.5-liter, allowing it to develop 460 kW (626 hp).
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