Stage 10 is proud to have been involved with Kunihiko Bando’s Toyota Soarer time attack project for several years.
The earlier JZZ30 Toyota Soarer set a blistering 52.454-second lap at Tsukuba on December 15, 2019.
2024 marked the launch of his new car, the “B-A-R RSC300”. Converted to left-hand drive for maximum efficiency and weight savings, the vehicle was reborn as a Lexus SC300. It makes up to 1200 PS using a 2JZ-GE+2JZ-GTE 3.1L engine equipped with a G42-1450 turbo. Engine management is handled by a MoTeC M800, with a C185 data logger and PDM30 power distribution module. The RSC300 also uses an Albins ST6-i paddle-shift transmission and a custom-made, full dry-carbon aero body.
You can read Narita Dogfight’s coverage of the RSC300’s 2024 debut.
We are looking forward to seeing the RSC300 break the 50-second barrier at Tsukuba!! Stay tuned!
We salute Kunihiko and all other aspiring drivers like him, who push the limits and show their dedication and passion to the sport they love.