Back in 2019, Engler Automotive shocked the world with its unique vision of automotive performance: a quad bike powered by the 5.2-liter V10 from an Audi R8. Now, they’re upping the ante with an even more dubious impressive concept: a quad bike powered by a V12 engine. And yes, it’s every bit as insane as it sounds. In a video, company founder Viktor Engler said he was dared to build the Engler V12 by a customer who craved something even more exclusive and bonkers than the first creation. Clearly not one to back down from a challenge, the CEO decided to embrace the bonkers idea. And madness is the right word. The Engler V12 will weigh 1,200 kg without fluids or a rider, while the engine pumps out an impressive 1,184 hp and 1,200 Nm of torque.
Engler has yet to reveal where it’s
sourcing the V12 engine from, but has designed its own transmission to go with
it. The eight-speed dual-clutch “microbox” weighs just 30 kg, making
it the lightest transmission that can handle 1,184 hp on earth, the automaker
claims.
As of a month ago, the gearbox was still
under development, but once it’s ready, the company estimates that the
powertrain will be able to get the Engler V12 up to 100 km/h in just
2.5 seconds, and onto a top speed of 400 km/h. The Engler V12
features a carbon fiber monocoque and all of the body parts are made out of 3D
printed pieces that use a carbon graphite material. The wheels are 20-inches in
diameter, wrapped in Michelin Sport Cup 2 tires, and are made of forged
magnesium.
Just 20 Engler V12s will be built, but
only 19 will be sold, as Viktor Engler plans to save one for himself. The
company has yet to reveal how much the vehicle costs, but if you’re crazy
enough to want to ride one, price may be the least of your concerns.
