# A Nuclear Bomber Engine Gave This Jet Car 5,200 Pounds Of Thrust

> Some auction lots sell for millions. Others never make it to the auction block at all. That’s the story of the Flying Caduceus, a one-of-a-kind jet-powered land speed racer that helped change motorsports history and was…

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/06/flying-caduceus-auction/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a34687cf28c63d791b80d93)
- **Published:** 2026-06-18
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #auction #block #bomber #engine #gave #nuclear #pounds
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