2023
Voxan Wattman - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 21613 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Voxan |
| Model | Wattman |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Aerospace-grade steel, |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Double-wishbone |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. 4-piston caliper |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Dual swingarm with central shock absorber |
| Reartyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Wheels | Aluminium rims |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Driveline | Direct drive with timing belt |
| Enginedetails | Permanent magnet motor. Cooled by dry ice. |
| Enginetype | Electric |
| Power | 357.0 HP (260.6 kW)) |
| Topspeed | 456.0 km/h (283.3 mph) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Red/blue/gray |
|---|---|
| Comments | The figures are fore the streamlined version. There is also a naked version of 276 kg. |
| Electrical | 15 kWh, 756V Lithium-Ion battery |
| Instruments | Digital |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Groundclearance | 70 mm (2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Overallheight | 1030 mm (40.6 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2700 mm (106.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 710 mm (28.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 610 mm (24.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 296.0 kg (652.6 pounds) |
About Voxan
Country of Origin:
France
Founder:
Jacques Gardette (original Voxan); later electric record projects
Best Known For:
French V-twin roadsters (Café Racer, Roadster) and later EV land-speed records
Company History
Voxan first pursued distinctively styled V-twin roadsters with French design and European components, earning a cult following for sophistication and rarity. In a later chapter, Voxan pivoted to electric speed record projects, showcasing battery, motor, and aerodynamic expertise with dramatic results. Across eras the throughline is ambition: a small French brand tackling big engineering challenges—from road manners and finish quality to megawatt-level EV propulsion. Voxan’s story illustrates how national design identity and technical daring can coexist in low volumes.