Category: Banks Sidewinder Dakota

See Sidewinder Run

Banks Power’s Project Sidewinder, a record-breaking diesel drag truck, is featured in a new video showcasing its performance at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The video includes behind-the-scenes footage of the build process, interviews with the team, and thrilling on-track action. This is a must-watch for diesel enthusiasts and fans of high-performance vehicles.

November 15, 2002

Banking on Power of Diesel

Gale Banks’ goal is to push his diesel-powered Dodge Dakota to speeds up to 210 mph at the World Finals at Bonneville Flats in October. AZUSA —

August 31, 2002

Diesel Land Speed Record — Goal of Project Sidewinder

210+ mph in Dodge Dakota … illustrating diesel as a performance engine … 600 hp out of 5.9L

July 31, 2002

Why Diesels Make So Much Torque

For those used to gasoline engine torque numbers, diesel torque verges on the unbelievable. Most competitors at Bonneville aren’t street legal, and most arrive on a trailer.

December 31, 2000