Formula Renault BARC: The Car
Formula Renault BARC Technical Specification
FR2000
The FR2000 cars are identical to those used in the Formula Renault UK Championship with Michelin except for the use of a 35mm air restrictor plate to reduce power and fixed gear ratios.
Chassis
FIA-approved impact break-away design. Carbon Fibre cell developed by Tatuus and Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved roll hoop and lateral driver’s head protection. Introduced in 2000 and updated with new bodywork in 2004.
Engine
Sealed, ELF Competition ST 15W50 16-valve, 4-cylinder type F4R with Orbisoud race exhaust system and catalytic converter. Built and developed by Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved impact break-away design.
Capacity: 1998cc
Max Output: 192bhp at 6,500rpm
Max Torque: 22mkg @ 5,500rpm
Lubrication: Dry Sump, Spark Plugs: NGK PFR6E10, ECU: Sealed Magneti Marelli MF4L ignition system
Gearbox
Sadev 6-speed, sequential gearbox, mechanical control with three specified sets of ratios using a Limited Slip Differential and Twin-Plate, Hydraulic Clutch.
Lubricants
Engine: ELF Competition ST 15W50, Gearbox: Total Transmission LS
Suspension
Front: Pushrod, controlled single damper with adjustable bump and rebound
Rear: Pushrod, controlled twin dampers with adjustable bump and rebound
Brakes
Four-pot callipers, ventilated discs and Ferodo (type DS4003) pads; cockpit-adjustable bias front to rear
Wheels
OZ aluminium, central fixing. Front: 8 inches x 13 inches, Rear: 10 inches x 13 inches
Tyres
Michelin Control Type FR2.0. Front: 16/53 x 13 Rear: 23/57 x 13
Wheels
OZ aluminium, central fixing. Front: 8 inches x 13 inches, Rear: 10 inches x 13 inches
Car Dimensions
Wheel Base: 2,645mm Front Track: 1,434mm Rear Track: 1,318mm
Minimum weight
495kg without driver/570kg with driver
FIA-approved Safety Features
• Roll Hoop and Lateral Driver’s Head Protective Padding
• Deformable, double-jointed steering column
• Removable steering wheel
• Six-point, 3-inch driver’s shoulder and lap harnesses
• FT3 fuel cell
• Manually-operated 5kg fire extinguisher