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The Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 W03 Car

Here is the detail specifications of this year’s new race car,
“MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS F1 W03″:

Chassis
Construction: 
Moulded carbon fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Suspension: 
Wishbone and pushrod/pullrod activated torsion springs and rockers
Dampers: Penske
Wheels: BBS forged magnesium
Tyres: Pirelli
Brakes: Brembo calipers
Brake discs/pads: Carbon/Carbon
Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion
Steering wheel: Carbon fibre construction
Electronics: 
FIA standard ECU & FIA homologated electronic and electrical system
Transmission:
Gearbox: Seven speed unit with cast aluminium maincase
Gear selectio:n Sequential, semi-automatic, hydraulic activation
Clutch: Carbon plate
Dimensions:
Overall length: 4800mm
Overall height: 950mm
Overall width: 1800mm

Engine
Type: Mercedes-Benz FO108Z
Capacity: 2.4 litres
Cylinders: 8
Maximum rpm: 18,000 (maximum FIA regulation)
Bank angle : 90 degrees
Piston bore : 98mm (maximum FIA regulation)
No of valves: 32
Weight: 95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)

And here, are some pictures of the “Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 W03″ I have taken during the showcase:

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