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Modified JCB Hydromax sets 406 mph speed record

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A modified JCB, named Hydromax, has set a new speed record of 406 mph. The vehicle was powered by a pair of reworked production-based engines, which propelled it into the record books. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a speed record for a modified vehicle, which is not core AI news, significant industry news, research, or a typical tool launch. It falls into the 'meme' category due to its tangential relation to technology and lack of substantial AI impact.

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Modified JCB Hydromax sets 406 mph speed record

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    This JCB doesn't dig – it does 406 mph Pair of reworked production-based engines carry the Hydromax into the record books https://www. theregister.com/offbeat/2

    This JCB doesn't dig – it does 406 mph Pair of reworked production-based engines carry the Hydromax into the record books https://www. theregister.com/offbeat/2026/0 8/13/this-jcb-doesnt-dig-it-does-406-mph/5287395 # Tech # Technology # TechNews # AI # Gadgets # Software # Cybers…

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