Halo Intersceptor concept would serve as car, boat, plane and helicopter

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We’ve seen cars that transform into boats, into airplanes, and even into helicopters, so why not one that transforms into all three? That’s the idea behind UK designer Philip Pauley’s Halo Intersceptor concept. Now, before you start picturing a kind of Swiss Army knife-type vehicle, you should know that the Intersceptor concept revolves around a central car that remains unchanged, that simply “plugs in” to different attachments. It’s definitely an intriguing idea, even if you may never be able to buy one.

http://www.gizmag.com/halo-intersceptor-multivehicle-concept/16798/



Halo Intersceptor
The Halo Intersceptor is a power hybrid, multi functional vehicle, based around one car that can couple with several vehicle attachments to form the basis of private air, sea and land travel. The next generation of super sports, leisure and business travel. A unique and cuttingedge opportunity to experience the ultimate in multi faceted transportation designed and developed for the most discerning independent traveller and business personnel. No need for superlatives, no hyperbole, just desire and good business sense. A Phil Pauley creation, the Halo Intersceptor is the future of travel as we know it. Imagine being able to drive your car to the airport, fly it over water and land in a faraway island all in the same vehicle.

The Halo Intersceptor is not a flying car; it should be considered a road legal aeroplane, helicopter and motor cruiser. Comprising a car component the “Intersceptor” and three connecting housings, Halo 120°, Halo 46° and Halo 22°. Each housing facilitates a unique and unparalleled transportation experience going far beyond anything currently on the market.

The Halo Intersceptor project is a roadmap for boundary pushing Auto Manufacturers to follow. You will see a shift towards this type of design by all sports models within the next decade. Air space is going to become a very competitive place as the global road infrastructure starts to slow down.

Intersceptor
This High Performance Cockpit is a four wheel drive supercomputer. It can be considered a four seater USB stick that is designed to outperform any other private vehicle on earth.
Length - 4.35m
Height - 1.2m
Weight - 2.1m
Performance
* Maximum speed: 311mph
* Range: 700 miles
* 0-62: 2.3sec

Halo 120°
The Halo 120 is a private and unparalleled Jet flight experience, 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days aWeek, 365 Days a Year. This boutique Aviation experience offers a lifetime of exploration and global access.
General characteristics
* Length: 9.5 m
* Wingspan: 14.5m
* Height: 5.22 m
* Wing area: 117.45 m²
* Airfoil: NACA 64-210.68 root, NACA 64-209.80 tip
* Empty weight: 47,200 lb
* Loaded weight: 82,800 lb
* Max takeoff weight: 100,000 lb
* Powerplant: 2× Pratt & Whitney TF30-P-100 turbofans
o Dry thrust: 17,900 lbf (79.6 kN) each
o Thrust with afterburner: 25,100 lbf (112 kN) each
* Zero-lift drag coefficient: 0.0186
* Drag area: 9.36 ft² (0.87 m²)
* Aspect ratio: 1.79
Performance
* Maximum speed: Mach 2
* Combat radius: 1,330 mi
* Ferry range: 4,200 mi
* Service ceiling: 66,000 ft
* Rate of climb: 25,890 ft/min
* Wing loading:
o Spread: 126.0 lb/ft²
o Swept: 158 lb/ft²
* Thrust/weight: 0.61
* Lift-to-drag ratio: 15

Halo 46°
Private aviation offers unique efficiencies to the business traveller, saving both time and
energy. The benefits of driving into a Helicopter attachment within a regional and urban
setting offer unparalleled accessibility.
General characteristics
* Crew: 2 pilots and 2 passengers
* Length: 10.1 m
* Rotor diameter: 5.5 m
* Height: 2.7 m
* Empty weight: 5,000 lb
* Max takeoff weight: 9,500 lb
Performance
* Maximum speed: 185 knots
* Range: 450 nmi
* Service ceiling: 15,000 ft
Halo 22°
This High Performance Sports Cruiser features a race bred double hull for ultimate
performance. This closed cockpit offers external access to a forward double berth for luxury
accommodation.
Length overall - 11.15m
Length hull - 9.9m
Height - 3m
Performance
* Maximum speed: 55-63 knots
* Range: 1200 nautical miles
* Cruising Speed: 38 knots


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More info:
http://www.halointersceptor.com/Halo_High_Res/Halo_Site_Home.html
http://www.philpauley.com/
http://www.pauley-interactive.co.uk/