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Modena, 7 May 1950: Alberto Ascari, winner of the Autodromo Grand Prix, at the head of the race in front of Palmieri's Maserati



Model

166 F2

Type


Formula 2 racing car.

First race


Florence Grand Prix of 26.9.1948.

Engine


Front. 12 cylinders in 60° V. Light alloy cylinder head and block, press- fitted special cast iron cylinder liners. Water cooled.

Bore and stroke


60 x 58.8 mm.

Unitary and total capacity


166.25 / 1,995.02 cc.

Compression ratio


10:1.

Max. power output


160 bhp at 7,000 rpm.

Timing gear


Single overhead camshaft, 2 overhead valves per cylinder.

Fuel feed


Naturally aspirated engine. 3 Weber 32 DCF carburettors.

Ignition


Coil-ignition unit with 2 distributors.

Lubrication


Wet sump.

Transmission


Rear wheel drive. Dry, single-plate clutch. Front gearbox with 5 speeds + reverse.

Gear ratios


Variable depending on racing circuit.

Frame


Tubular longitudinals and cross members.

Front suspension


Independent, double wishbones, lower transverse leaf springs.

Rear suspension


Live axle, lower longitudinal leaf springs.

Brakes


Drums, hydraulic control.

Tyres


Front 5.50x15, rear 6x15.

Wheelbase


2,420 mm.

Front/rear track


1,255 / 1,200 mm.

Weight empty


700 kg.

Bodywork


Aluminium single-seater body.