
1600hp Blastolene Special Tank Car
The Blastolene Special, commonly known as the Tank Car, was designed and built by Randy Grubb and is currently owned by entertainer Jay Leno. Powered by a Continental AV1790 V12 engine originally from a military tank, this custom roadster features a massive 29-liter engine producing 1600hp. Enhanced by Gale Banks Engineering, it includes twin turbochargers for improved fuel efficiency. The car boasts a unique aluminum body and a 6-speed Allison automatic transmission, making this one-of-a-kind vehicle roadworthy and a standout at car shows.
- Built by:
- Randy Grubb
- Location:
- Grants Pass, Oregon, USA
- Vehicle:
- 2001 Buick Special - 1st Gen
- Engine:
- -
- Cost:
- -
- Power:
- 1,600 hp
- Torque:
- 4,100 Nm
- Weight:
- 4,300 kg
- Balance:
- -
- Wheels:
- Custom wheels with large tires
- Exterior:
- Custom aluminum roadster body
- Interior:
- -
- Chassis:
- Custom chassis workNew rear brakes
- Powertrain:
- Continental AV1790 V12 engineGale Banks Engineering twin turbochargersFuel injection system6-speed Allison automatic transmission
Gallery