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John Cobbs 24 litre Napier Railton on Byfleet Banking, BARC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey, 1933
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John Cobbs 24 litre Napier Railton on Byfleet Banking, BARC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey, 1933
Napier Railton 23970 cc. Entry No: 1. Driver: Cobb, J.R. Background: Bugatti Type 54 4975 cc. Entry No: 2. Driver: Don, K. Background: Riley 1089 cc. Entry No: 10. Driver: Dixon, F. Brooklands Byfleet banking. B.A.R.C. Date: 7.8.33
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John Cobb's 24 litre Napier Railton dominates the Byfleet Banking at the BARC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey in 1933. This iconic photo captures a moment of pure power and speed in British automobile racing history. The immense size of Cobb's Napier Railton, with its impressive 23970 cc engine, is contrasted by the sleek Bugatti Type 54 and nimble Riley in the background. Behind the wheel of this monstrous machine is John Rhodes Cobb himself, a legendary racing driver known for his fearless approach to speed. As he navigates through the bend on Brooklands' famous banking track, spectators including fellow drivers Kaye Don and Freddie Dixon watch in awe. The atmosphere at this historic motor racing circuit is palpable as men gather around these magnificent vintage cars. WJ Brunell captures their anticipation as they witness these powerful machines tear through the track with incredible speed. This photograph not only showcases an era when motor sport was still in its infancy but also highlights Britain's rich automotive heritage. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of motoring while paying homage to the pioneers who pushed boundaries and paved the way for modern motorsport. A true testament to human ingenuity and engineering excellence, this image from Heritage Images transports us back to a time when adrenaline-fueled races like these captivated audiences across England.
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