New Bowler Wild Cat - what's new on the Land Rover Defender rally car

Introducing the Bowler Defender rally car

In the rally world the Bowler Wildcat has been a car to reckon with for years. But there is a new car on the block and in this video, I’ll talk you through what a Land Rover Bowler Defender rally car is and how it varies from the base model Land Rover Defender 90. The Defender rally car is 300hp monster!

Key Bowler Defender rally car conversion specifications:
* Land Rover Defender 90 P300 SE
* Engine 2.0-litre 4cyl turbo petrol
* Power/torque 296bhp/400Nm
* Transmission Eight-speed automatic, four-wheel drive
* 0-60mph 6.7 seconds
* Top speed 119mph (limited when in Bowler Mode)
* Economy 24.6mpg
* Fuel Capacity 90 litres
* Weight 2,065kg
* Monocoque bracing and full internal roll cage
* Internal spare wheel mount integrated to roll cage and rally jacking points
Performance
* Improved cooling – auxiliary radiators removed and increased airflow to main radiator•
Sports exhaust system
* Bowler 18” wheels with increased strength
* BFGoodrich AT tyres
* Bespoke suspension design with modified subframes, new springs and unique turrets for increased stiffness
* Bespoke Foxracing dampers
* Race steering wheel with quick release boss
Electrical/systems
* ECU system integration with race box
* ABS/DSC – rally control modifications
* Navigator control unit for lights/washer/horn
* Cobra race sports seats with 6-point race harness suitable for use with Simpson hans devise and Stilo helmet
* Integrated and hand-held fire suppression
* Electrical cut-off switches – internal and external

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Tracks:

Timestamp:
0:22 - Intro bowler car
1:16 - Difference between the Standard model and Defender
1:51 - Rims on the Defender
2:52 - Towing arms
2:55 - Electronic latch
3:20 - Back side on Defender
4: 52 -The fire extinguisher system
5:12 - Defender windows
5:32 - Front side
5:55 - Lighting
6:08 - Engine
6:28 - Indoor
8:27 - Electronic Break System
9:55 - Suspension
10:40 - Conclusion
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[StephenFilburn]

These Machines are epic. I have worked with Mark Bowler a few years ago when he was doing some consultancy work, he is a nice down to earth bloke and good to work with.

[anthonystevens]

Nice one Vanessa. So add a modular roll cage, soup up the suspension a lot, beef up the chassis a chunk, modify the panels to fit including the doors, turn off the elctrickery and Robert's your mothers brother. All done by specialists. I love it! and I want one. I'd love one of the old manual Defenders, ideally one of a similar spec to the old Camel Trophy cars back in the day, no electronics and required more input from the driver over difficult terrain. Sadly I can't justify the expense but I can dream. I'm too old to rally and I'm dropping to bits but I still love the odd adventure. Many thanks for sharing. Take care of that hip.

[JEmmertz]

All that car needs is a Vanessa (with proper backing from Chris)!
(Don't underestimate the skills of an excellent co-driver. He certainly puts in more than the "co" in the total outcome.)

[andyroo]

I want one of those to take my bike into the scrub. Bowler have done a great job with this build. Great video, and most of all good luck with your racing.🏁

[andrewstubbings]

Omg this is perfect for me on the farm 😂 very cool 🤙 a dream come true to get to race this awesome!!
Good luck you will smash it!! 👍👍

[markgatward]

Just what I need for Winnipeg street, here in Canada.

[KentOnKTM]

Step 1, Take 6 months off. Step 2, bring bikes and car and hubby to Australia, Step 3 go wild :)

[mikep.]

Another informative walk a bout Vanessa.
Yep, you are a rally hip'ster for sure.
Take car and catch some air.