Nissan and Cummins are collaborating on a heavily-modified Titan XD, known as project ‘Triple Nickel,’ that aims to set a few new land-speed records.
Previewed at SEMA, the pickup has been revamped to focus solely on straight-line speed. Modifications currently include lowered suspension, salt-flat style disc wheel covers, Mickey Thompson tires, a racing seat, safety parachute, and a custom-fabricated front air dam and bed covers.
The team has only been wrenching for a few weeks, however they expect to sped months refining the truck before attempting a record run. It still requires a roll cage and other safety equipment.
The Triple Nickel will be competing in the D/DT diesel-truck class, requiring a run above 191 mph, along with the FIA A-III-9 class with a current record of 115 mph.
The record-attempting truck will be powered by the same all-new Cummins 5.0-liter V8 found under the hood of the production truck, where it produces 310 horsepower and 555 lb-ft of torque. The team has not detailed any engine modifications for increased output.
“Land speed record racing is one of the most intriguing and difficult forms of motorsport, and what we learn from this undertaking will be beneficial to all as TITAN is continuously developed,” said Nissan North America product planning VP Pierre Long.
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