Nürburgring, 1 August : Niki Lauda in the German Grand Prix |
Model 312 T2
Formula 1 racing car.
Years of activity 1976/1977/1978.
First race Champions Race of 14.3.1976.
Engine Type 015. 12 cylinders in 180° V, rear-mounted. Light alloy cylinder block and head, press-fitted aluminium cylinder liners, 112 mm connecting rod, water cooled.
Bore and stroke 80 x 49.6 mm.
Unitary and total capacity 249.3168 / 2,991.801 cc.
Compression ratio 11.5:1.
Max. power output 500 bhp at 12,200 rpm.
Timing gear 4 valves per cylinder, 2 camshafts per bank of cylinders, chain drive at rear.
Fuel feed Lucas indirect injection.
Ignition Single. With coil-ignition unit and Dinoplex electronic capacitive discharge.
Lubrication Pressurised, dry sump.
Transmission Rear. Borg & Beck multi-plate clutch. 015 gearbox with 5 speeds + reverse, transverse in block with limited slip friction plate differential.
Gear ratios Variable depending on racing circuit.
Frame Type 629. Stress-bearing body: aluminium panels riveted to light alloy structure with various sections.
Front suspension Double wishbone: double triangles, inboard spring/damper units.
Rear suspension Double wishbone: upper arm, lower trapezium, one central strut.
Steering Rack and pinion.
Brakes Brembo discs, Lockheed callipers. Inboard at rear.
Tyres Front 9.2-20.0-13î, rear 16.2-26.0-13î. Goodyear.
Rims Multi-piece. Front 10x13î, rear 19x13î.
Wheelbase 2,560 mm.
Front/rear track 1,510 mm / 1,420 mm.
Length 4,316 mm.
Width 1,930 mm.
Height 1,430 mm.
Weight with water and oil 592 kg.
Fuel tank 200 litres. 2 side + 1 central tanks. Petrol NO 98/100.
Battery Safa W.
Bodywork Single-seater aluminium body with composite elements.
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