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Old 02-04-2010, 06:59 PM   #56 (permalink)
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COE vs Conv.

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Originally Posted by winkosmosis View Post
When neither gets aerodynamic treatment like radiused edges, I think it makes sense that the conventional would be more aerodynamic than the cabover. The flat front COE might have a bubble, but the conventional has a smaller bubble, then another bubble forming a ramp between the hood and the windshield.
I believe Renault's COE holds the record for low drag in a tractor-trailer.With boat tail,it's Cd falls below 0.30.
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