The Bugatti Type 32, commonly called the Tank de Tours, was a streamlined racing car built in 1923. It was built to compete in the French Grand Prix, which was held on July 2 in Tours on …

Jul 5, 2023 · Diego Ratti’s 2008 book on the Type 32 “Tank” claims that it “unquestionably played a pivotal role in Ettore Bugatti’s blossoming career as a designer of Grand Prix cars.”

In 1923 Bugatti introduced the Type 32 which caused sensation due to its wing-like design, short wheelbase and covered wheels. It was dubbed “the Tank” and boasted a redeveloped 8 …

Mar 21, 2024 · The Bugatti Type 32, also known as the Tank de Tours, was a distinctive racing car designed by Ettore Bugatti in 1923 to compete in the French Grand Prix held in Tours.

Jul 3, 2023 · To this day the Type 32 is still instantly recognizable to many motorsport fans, an iconic and innovative Bugatti creation. This Bugatti masterpiece today rests at Musée National …

Using aircraft inspired aerodynamics, Bugatti created the Type 32, nicknamed the "Tank" to achieve innovation in sports car racing.

Bugatti Type 32 Tank. Bugatti is known across the world for visionary engineering and ingenious designs, and the brand celebrates the official centenary of the racing debut of one of its most …

Jul 3, 2023 · It was the French Grand Prix of 1923 where the Bugatti Type 32 ‘Tank’ made its racing debut. 2023 marks a century since the introduction of this revolutionary vehicle, a …

The Bugatti Type 32, commonly called the Tank de Tours, was a streamlined racing car built in 1923. Four examples were made, each with a 2.0 L (1991 cc/121 in³) straight-4 engine based …

Jul 3, 2023 · Bugatti is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Type 32 "Tank," one of the most distinctive race cars from the automaker's golden age. The Tank got its name from its unusual …