2008 TESLA ROADSTER technical specifications

Vehicle dimensions and weights11-16
Technical specifications
Vehicle weightsCurb weight (no occupants or cargo)2,723 lb1,235 kg
Mid laden weight
*
3,053 lb 1,385 kg
Gross vehicle weight
†
3,273 lb 1,485 kg
Maximum front axle load 1,144 lb519 kg
Maximum rear axle load 2,147 lb974 kg
Tr a i l e r t o w i n g Not permissible
* Mid laden weight is calculated with two 165 lbs (75 kg) occupants and no cargo.† Gross vehicle weight is calculated with two 220 lbs (100 kg) occupants and 110 lbs (50 kg) of cargo.Roadster OHB.book Page 16 Thursday, October 2, 2008 8:59 AM

Subsystem specifications
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Technical specifications
Subsystem specificationsMotor
TransmissionSteeringType AC induction motor, air-cooled, with variable frequency drive
Rating 375 Volts
Maximum speed 14,000 rpm
Maximum net power 248 HP (185 kW) @ 5500-6800 rpm
Maximum net torque 277 ft/lb (376 Nm) @ 0-4500 rpm
Efficiency 92% peak, 85% at max powerType Single speed fixed gear with electrically-actuated parking lock mechanism and
mechanical lubrication pump
Overall final drive ratio 8.27:1
Reverse gear Reverse direction of motor, limited to 15 mph
Final drive ratio 2.65:1TypeRack and pinion
Number of turns lock to lock 2.8
Turning circle (curb to curb) 36’ 3” (11.05 metres)
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Subsystem specifications11-18
Technical specifications
Front suspension
Rear suspension
BrakesTypeIndependent. Upper and lower unequal length wishbones.
Co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper. Sway bar.
Alignment optimum0.1 mm toe-in
tolerance 0.5 mm toe-out to 0.7mm toe-in. overall
Maximum side to side 0.3 mm
Camber optimum- 0.1°
tolerance + 0.1° to - 0.3°. Maximum side/side 0.2°
Castor optimum+ 3.8°
tolerance + 3.5° to 4.1°. Maximum cross castor 0.35°Type Independent. Upper and lower unequal length wishbones.
Co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper. Sway bar.
Alignment optimum3.0 mm toe-in
tolerance 2.4 mm toe-in, to 3.6 mm toe-in.
Maximum side to side 0.3 mm
Camber optimum- 1.8°
tolerance - 1.6° to - 2.0°. Maximum side to side 0.2°Type Hydraulically operated. Tandem master cylinder with vacuum servo and Anti-lock
Braking System.
Discs Ventilated front and rear discs.
Hand brake Cable operation of rear calipers. Self adjusting for pad wear.Roadster OHB.book Page 18 Thursday, October 2, 2008 8:59 AM

Subsystem specifications
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Technical specifications
Electrical
BatteryTy p e R e c h a r g e a b l e B a t t e r y
Rating 13 V to 400 V DC, and up to 400 V AC
Polarity Negative (-) groundTypeLithium ion (Li-ion)
Number of cells 6,831
Weight 992 lb (450 kg)
Output High voltage: 366V DC
Low voltage: 13 V DC
Operating temperature Driving: -1°F to 122°F (-17°C to 50°C)
Charging: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
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