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Old 12-31-2007, 02:58 AM   #37 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Looksfast View Post
So i'm guessing that handling and braking a big diesel truck at speeds of 120mph would be similar to that of a sports car?

The handling can be very good, with the correct suspension setup. The have tremendous braking, a vehicle designed to haul 20,000 GVW better.

Here is a link to a road-racing diesel pickup truck that can run over 220 mph!
BBtv: Extreme diesel truck racing with Gale Banks. - Boing Boing



Of course, this is not a truck you buy from the dealer. This is a purpose built race truck, tube chassis and all.
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