Real-life Batmobile with hydraulic doors and four cameras for 360-degree views comes with a cool twist
AN architecture student has created the world’s first fully operational electric Batmobile.
The life-like replica, which was created by 23-year-old Vietnamese designer Nguyen Dac Chung, is set to go on sale later this year.
The latest model is a recreation of the iconic vehicle which featured in Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy of Batman films.
Weighing less than 600kg, the impressive motor is powered by an electric engine and can reach speeds of up to 65mph.
The tank-like vehicle also boasts automatic hydraulic doors operated by a remote control, and four tactical cameras with 360-degree views.
Enlisting experts from around the world, it was designed using 3D-printing technology as well as elements which were carefully handcrafted.
The brains behind the major operation, Nguyen, from Hanoi, said he was inspired to make the replica car thanks to his love of a superheroes as child.
He said: “As a kid, I was a fan of superheroes, especially Batman. Growing up, I’ve always wanted to build a Batmobile.“All of them. From the Adam West’s to Christian Bale’s.”
It took Nguyen and his team more than 10 months to make the frame and electric lines for car - and two more years to complete it fully.
However, the 23-year-old said he never gave up on his dream to fulfil the project.
“When I decide to do something, I never give up,” Nguyen, added.
“When you feel like quitting, think about why you started.”
The Batmobile is now on display at Ho Chi Minh City’s Van Daryl Gallery where potential buyers can enquire about the electric model.
It’s estimated that it’s one of just a small handful of replicas in the world with one of the latest selling for £680,000.
In 2020, it was reported that a model with a replica gun had been stopped by Russian police.
The life-like motor was seized by traffic officers in Moscow after they noticed it didn't have a licence plate and was too wide for the city's streets.
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