Confessions of an Automationeer, Part 116: Able Archer

 Confessions of an Automationeer, Part 116: Able Archer

Today is the 1st of September, which marks the unofficial start of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere (or spring in the Southern Hemisphere). To mark the occasion, I have chosen to show another recent build of mine: the AMS Archer R. This mid-engined supercar (or hypercar depending on your view) was originally created as my entry into the ninth Quick Fire Challenge, and holds a special place in my heart for being the first mid-engined supercar for which I have ever created a detailed interior.

Above, from top: Various angles of the AMS Archer R, a mid-engined supercar of the mid-2000s with the heart of a savage beast.

The Archer R is powered by a 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12 delivering 660 horsepower to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. Such immense power yields a top speed of 230 miles per hour and a 0-60 mph time of just 3.2 seconds. To harness this much thrust, the Archer R uses pushrod-actuated suspension at all four corners, tuned for exhilarating performance on any road or track. Huge vented disc brakes at each corner are essential for keeping this much grunt in check; as such, the Archer R comes equipped with them as standard. In addition, its racing-inspired aerodynamics (including an active rear wing) provide unparalleled stability at any speed, while its full carbon-fiber monocoque structure keeps the weight down to under 1.3 metric tons. Finally, the occupants are treated to a truly luxurious interior, which uses only the finest genuine materials and includes a top-end sound system with satellite navigation.

Above, from top: An overview of the interior of the AMS Archer R.

I had a lot of fun making this build - stay tuned for more build showcases on this blog in the coming weeks.