Renault RS27

Chassis

Composite monocoque structure, designed and built in-house, carrying the renault v8 engine as fully stressed member

Transmission

Seven-speed gearbox, longitudinally mounted with hydraulic system for power shift and clutch operation. ap racing clutch

Wheels

Oz racing, front: 12.0in x 13in diam., rear: 13.7in x 13in diam.

Tyres

Pirelli

Suspension

Front: Aluminium alloy uprights, carbon-composite double wishbone with springs and anti-roll bar, multimatic dampers
Rear: Aluminium alloy uprights, carbon-composite double wishbone with springs and anti-roll bar, multimatic dampers

Brakes

Brembo callipers. Carbon discs and pads

Electronics

MESL standard control unit

Fuel

Total Group

Renault Engine RS27 - 2013 Renault F1 History

Number of Cylinders 8

Capacity 2400cc

Max RPM 18,000 RPM

Number of Valves 32

Vee Angle 90 Degrees

Power Output Not disclosed

Engine Construction Cylinder block in cast aluminium

Engine Management MESL standard control unit TAG320

Oil Total Group

Weight FIA minimum weight 95kg

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