Thrust SSC, 1st car to break sound barrier. (1997 site)

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ThrustSSC holds the World Land Speed Record, set on October 15, 1997, when it achieved a speed of 1,228 km/h (763 mph) and became the first land vehicle to officially break the sound barrier. The car was powered by two after-burning Rolls-Royce Spey turbofan engines, and driven by Royal Air Force fighter pilot Squadron Leader Andy Green along this line in the Black Rock Desert.

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Coordinates:   40°46'59"N   119°9'44"W

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  • Now this team is working towards 1,000 MPH. Hybrid drive; jet to 600 MPH and a rocket on up to 1,000.
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