SRT has released more information about their street-legal 2014 Viper TA (Time Attack) sports car. Based on the lightest model in the Viper range, the SRT , the TA Special Edition Package features upgraded aerodynamics, chassis and brakes that enhance the driving experience on a racetrack.
Available in three exclusive colors – TA Orange (93 units), Venom Black (33 units) and Bright White (33 units) – the Viper TA will have a limited production run of 159 vehicles.
The car features chassis parts developed specifically by the SRT chassis dynamics, including new spring rates, dampers, sway bars and brake components. The Viper TA car comes equipped as standard with the Advanced Aerodynamic Package (optional on the standard Viper ). All these combined enhance the Viper’s track capabilities.
Other key high-performance upgrades include a race-tuned calibration for the two-mode Bilstein DampTronic suspension system, a lighter, carbon fiber structural X-brace replacing the standard aluminum brace under the hood, new Brembo two-piece, 32-mm wide rotors, and standard Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires mounted on ultra-lightweight, multi-spoke Sidewinder II wheels, among others.
The Advanced Aerodynamics Package brings carbon fiber front splitters and rear spoiler to boost downforce at higher speeds - by up to 700 percent at 150 mph (241 km/h), according to SRT. The brake calipers feature a black anodized finish with the Viper logo shown in TA Orange, while the carbon fiber rear applique accentuates the rear width proportions.
Interior upgrades include the Sabelt fabric racing seats with lightweight fiberglass shell and orange accent stitching on the seats, instrument panel, center stack, console, pull brake, shifter boot, shifter head, steering wheel and upper doors.
Under the long hood there’s the same naturally-aspirated 8.4-liter V10 engine delivering 640 hp and 600 lb-ft (813 Nm) of torque. No other specs were communicated, other than the curb weight of 3,390 pounds (1,538 kg). The Viper TA will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2013.
By Dan Mihalascu
