Arrinera Hussarya - work in progress
In 2011, a prototype of the Polish supercar was presented. Work on the final version is still ongoing. The designers suggest that the 650-horsepower Arrinera Hussarya will hit the roads in 2015. Is there anything to look forward to?
Information about the start of design work caused a lot of discussion. AH1, the Arrinera prototype, debuted in mid-2011. Soon there were critical voices. There were some opinions that the Arrinera will be a clone of Lamborghini, the presented prototype is a static dummy, the 340-horsepower 4.2 V8 engine used only in the prototype will not provide good enough performance, indicators and air conditioning control panels from the Audi S6 C5 were used for interior decoration, and ventilation pipes were transplanted from the Opel Corsa D.
Assurances from the designers that the final version of the car will be significantly improved turned out to be in vain. Arrinera Automotive took over further work on the body lines. A metamorphosis of the interior was also planned. The cockpit produced by the Arrinera was to be much nobler and more functional than the interior of the prototype. The designers did not hide the fact that some interior elements of the AH1 concept model were borrowed from production cars. However, their number in the final version of Arrinery will be reduced to a minimum. It is planned, for example, to use ventilation nozzles from Chevrolet. One of the four air vents will be computer-designed from scratch by Arrinera and then tested and manufactured to perfectly fit the shape of the dashboard. In any case, there will be many bitter words of criticism. Scoffers, however, should be aware that many of the most expensive and coveted supercars have parts that have been transplanted from the most popular cars. Aston Martin Virage's taillights are borrowed from the Volkswagen Scirocco. In later years, Aston Martin used Volvo mirrors and keys. At the rear of the Jaguar XJ220, lights from the Rover 216 appeared, and the McLaren F1 received round lights from ... the coach. The headlights are also borrowed. For example, Morgana Aero with Mini headlights.
How is the ambitious project going? We decided to find the answer to this question at the headquarters of Arrinera Automotive SA near Warsaw. What did we find in the design office and workshops? Finished projects of exterior, interior and technical solutions are already stored on computer hard drives. In the largest hall, work is underway on hanging elements. In the center, almost in a place of honor, a prototype supercar in motion. The tubular frame is not yet covered in carbon fiber skin, so you can easily see the key components as well as analyze their correct operation and quickly spot any irregularities.
Clay models were waiting for us in the lobby. Interior design is made on a scale of 1:1. It looks really interesting. It remains to wait for the cockpit trimmed with leather and carbon fiber - it should be even more pleasing to the eye. There was also a spatial miniature of Arrinera. The play of light on certain parts of the body makes the model better than computer rendering. The Arrinery Hussarya also makes a much better impression than the first prototype, the AH1.
In April of this year, Arrinera Automotive SA received a certificate from the Office for Harmonization of the Internal Market for the word-figurative trademark "Gusar". The Arrinery skeleton is currently being tested; a space frame armed with bucket seats, threaded suspension, a 6-speed transmission and a V6.2 8 engine off the shelves of General Motors. The designers claim that during the movement at the Ulenzh airport, Racelogic's measuring instruments recorded overloads of up to 1,4 g. The behavior of the prototype on various types of tires was checked, as well as the operation and design of individual systems.
The exceptional rigidity of the supporting structure ensures driving precision. Security considerations were not forgotten either. There was no shortage of power-hungry structures in the expanded framework. Currently, it is planned to equip the Polish supercar exclusively with ABS. However, the handle has not been released as negotiations are under way with two companies that could equip the Arrinera with an ESP system.
Attention to the smallest details guarantees a quick approval process. Arrinera wants to go even further. The car will not only meet the minimum requirements required by law. The interior design has been refined and tested for a long time in terms of functionality and ergonomics. With all this, the interior of the serial version of the Hussarya model not only attracted attention. The Arrinera designers have made sure that the arrangement of individual elements and their shapes do not bother even on the longest trips. To exclude possible incidents, a 1:1 scale model of the cockpit was prepared. Not all items are ready. However, it is known that there will be plenty of modern solutions on board. Arrinera Automotive plans to use a "virtual" display panel - the main information should be displayed on the display. The data display system will be developed specifically for the Arrinera supercar and manufactured by a Dutch co-operator.
The prototype is powered by a 6.2 LS9 engine with 650 hp. and 820 Nm. Forked "eight" from General Motors should provide excellent performance. Hussarya model designers analyzes show that acceleration to “hundreds” will be a matter of about 3,2 seconds, acceleration time from 0 to 200 km / h should not exceed nine seconds. Conditions permitting, the Hussarya will easily top 300 km/h. It is estimated that an Arrinera with a Cima gearbox and 20-inch wheels should reach a speed of 367 km/h.
It is not yet known whether the LS9 unit will be included in the final version of Arrinery. Emission standards are a barrier. The Arrinera must have European approval, so it will need to meet the strict Euro 6 conditions. The current version of the American V8 does not meet this standard. On the other hand, the LT2013 engine produced from year 1 is in line with the standard. Arrinera Automotive is also waiting for a successor to the LS9 engine. There is still plenty of time to choose the optimal drive. The difficulties do not end there. Finding subcontractors for the structural elements was a real challenge. There are many specialized companies in Poland, but when it becomes necessary to maintain the highest manufacturing precision and at the same time prepare a small batch of components, it turns out that the list of potential sub-suppliers becomes very short.
Arrinera Hussarya will be produced in Poland. The task was entrusted to SILS Center Gliwice. The SILS logistics and production center is adjacent to the Opel plant in Gliwice and supplies General Motors with some components. The assembly system - using an electronic key, a scanner and a camera, is designed to ensure maximum assembly quality and eliminate possible human errors. Faults in the production process will be immediately detected by the system software.
The manufacturer suggests that the base Arrinera with a 650-horsepower engine will cost 116 euros. This is a considerable amount. When compared with cars of a similar class, for example, the Noble M740, it turns out that the indicated amount is attractive for repairs.
Standard will be, among other things, 19-inch wheels, an audio system, full LED lighting, air conditioning, gauges and a rearview camera, and a leather-trimmed instrument panel. Arrinera intends to offer for an additional fee, incl. engine boost package up to 700 hp, reinforced suspension, 4-point belts, thermal imaging camera and improved audio system. For the most demanding customers, a limited edition of 33 pieces will be prepared - each of the 33 pieces will be covered with a unique lacquer composition. Paints developed by PPG have a proprietary formula. The interior will also feature stylistic accessories.
When the Arrinera is ready to go, it should weigh around 1,3 tons. The low weight is the result of the carbon fiber body structure. If the customer decides to pay extra for the Carbon package, carbon fiber elements will be visible among other things. on the center console, inside sills, door handles, dashboard cover, steering wheel and rear seatbacks. The list of options also includes active aerodynamic elements. Employees of the Warsaw University of Technology were involved in the process of testing the improved spoiler. During tests in a wind tunnel, the flow and swirling of air flows at speeds up to 360 km/h were analyzed.
More than 130 man-hours were spent on design and research work. Will the Arrinera Hussarya become the first Polish supercar? We'll know the answer in a dozen or so months. If constructor declarations are implemented in reality, a really interesting structure could emerge.
