Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (1952) with air brake

54690 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (1952) with air brake
  • Archive number
    54690
  • Caption
    In training for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1952, Mercedes competed for the first time with aerodynamic aids on the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W 194) racing sports car. The idea of this air brake came from Alfred Neubauer. However, the moral effect on the competition was greater than the actual one. Due to problems with the retaining pylons, however, the racing use of the apparatus was waived.
  • Info
    Press kit 2022
    Additional picture number: 22C0104_012
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