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The new Mercedes W01 was proudly displayed to the media at the Valencia circuit in Spain yesterday where it underwent its first official shakedown in the hands of Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher. The following is a list of the entire technical specifications that make up the teams first official contender....
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Chassis |
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Construction |
Moulded carbon fibre and honeycomb composite structure |
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Suspension |
Wishbone and pushrod activated torsion springs and rockers |
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Dampers |
Sachs |
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Wheels |
BBS forged magnesium |
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Tyres |
Bridgestone Potenza |
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Brakes |
Brembo calipers |
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Brake discs/pads |
Carbon/Carbon |
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Steering |
Power assisted rack and pinion |
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Steering wheel |
Carbon fibre construction |
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Electronics |
FIA standard ECU and FIA homologated electronic and electrical system |
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Transmission |
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Gearbox |
Seven speed unit with carbon composite maincase |
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Gear selection |
Sequential, semi-automatic, hydraulic activation |
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Clutch |
Carbon plate |
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Dimensions |
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Overall length |
4800mm |
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Overall height |
950mm |
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Overall width |
1800mm |
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Engine |
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Type |
Mercedes-Benz FO108X |
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Capacity |
2.4 litres |
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Cylinders |
8 |
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Maximum rpm |
18,000 (maximum FIA regulation) |
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Bank angle |
90° |
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Piston bore |
98mm (maximum FIA regulation) |
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No of valves |
32 |
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Weight |
95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight) | |
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