Renault Sport R.S.16 specs & info

Renault Sport's F1 car for 2016

Technical specifications Renault Sport R.S.16 F1 car

Chassis: Carbon-fibre monocoque
Front suspension: Upper and lower wishbones, inboard torsion springs and dampers actuated by push-rods
Rear suspension: Upper and lower wishbones, inboard torsion springs and dampers actuated by pull-rods
Dampers: Undisclosed
Brakes: AP 6 piston front and 4 piston rear calipers with carbon discs and pads
Transmission: Lotus eight speed seamless sequential semi-automatic shift plus reverse gear, gear selection electro-hydraulically actuated, titanium casing
Clutch: Carbon fibre plates
Electronics: FIA standard ECU and FIA homologated electronic and electrical system (as provided by MES)
Cooling system: Aluminium oil, water and gearbox radiators
Tyres: Pirelli, Fronts: 245/660-13, Rears: 325/660-13
Wheels: OZ Racing, forged magnesium alloy
Fuel system: ATL Kevlar-reinforced rubber bladder

Dimensions

Length: Undisclosed
Height: 950 mm (minus T camera)
Track width: 1,450 mm (front); 1,400 mm (rear)
Weight: 702kg (FIA mininum; incl. driver and lubricants, tank empty)
Width: 1,800 mm (FIA maximum)

Powertrain

Designation: Renault R.E.16
Type: Turbocharged, 90° 1.6l V6, assisted with kinetic and heat ERS
Valves: 24 (4 per cylinder)
Rev limit: 15,000rpm
Pressure charging: Single turbocharger, unlimited boost pressure (typical maximum 3.5 bar abs due to fuel flow limit)
Bore: 80mm
Stroke: 53mm
Crank height: 90mm
Construction: Cylinder block in aluminium
Exhaust: Single exhaust outlet, from turbine on car centre line
Injection: Direct fuel injection, limited to 500bar
Weight: Undisclosed (at least 145kg)
Total horsepower: Approx 875bhp
Energy recovery system: Energy Recovery Systems incorporating two motor generator units – the MGU-H, recovering energy from the exhaust and the MGU-K recovering energy from braking
Energy Store: Battery solution (up to 4MJ per lap), between 20 and 25 kg

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