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 Model 126 C3
Type Formula 1 racing car.
Years of activity 1983.
First race British Grand Prix of 16.7.1983.
Engine Type 021, 6 cylinders in 120° V, rear-mounted. Light alloy cylinder block and heads, press-fitted aluminium cylinder liners. Water cooled.
Bore and stroke 81 x 48.4 mm.
Unitary and total capacity 249.4 / 1,496.43 cc.
Compression ratio 6.7:1.
Max. power output 600 bhp at 10,500 rpm.
Timing gear 4 valves per cylinder, 2 overhead cams per bank of cylinders. Gear drive at rear.
Fuel feed Forced. 2 KKK central upper turbos, Lucas-Ferrari electronic indirect injection, Emulsistem.
Ignition Single. Magneti Marelli electronic capacitive discharge.
Lubrication Forced. Dry sump.
Transmission Rear. Multi-plate clutch. 025 gearbox with 5/6 speeds + reverse, transverse in block with ZF limited slip friction plates differential.
Gear ratios Variable depending on racing circuit.
Frame Type 632. Stress-bearing monococque body in Kevlar and carbon fibre composite in two bonded, bolted semi-shells.
Front suspension Double wishbones: overlapping double triangles, pull-rod spring control.
Rear suspension Double wishbones: upper trapezium, lower triangle, pull-rod spring control.
Steering Rack and pinion.
Brakes Ventilated cast iron discs all round. Brembo aluminium callipers.
Tyres Front 23.5-10.5-13î, rear 26.0-15.0-15î. Goodyear.
Rims Multi-piece. Front 13î, rear 16î.
Wheelbase 2,600 mm.
Front/rear track 1,768.4 mm / 1,666 mm.
Length 4,130 mm.
Width 2,110 mm.
Height 1,025 mm.
Weight with water and oil 580 kg.
Fuel tank (litres) 220. Mid-mounted. Fuel 102 octane RON and Avgas.
Bodywork Composite, only for side panelling of systems.
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