Pullrod suspension not being abandoned by Ferrari
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Ferrari F138 Specs & Info
Felipe Massa, Ferrari F138 with pullrod suspension
Ferrari's F1 car for 2013
Technical specifications Ferrari F138 F1 car
Chassis: Carbon-fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Differential: Limited-slip
Gearbox:Semiautomatic sequential electronically controlled gearbox – quick shift, 7 gears +Reverse, longitudinally mounted
Brakes: Brembo ventilated carbon-fibre disc brakes
Suspension: Independent suspension, pull-rod activated torsion springs front and rear
Weight: with water, lubricant and driver: 642 kg
Wheels: OZ (front and rear): 13”
Engine
Designation: Ferrari typo 056
Configuration: Naturally aspirated V8, 2398 cm³; cylinder block in sand cast aluminium V 90°
Valves: 32
Distribution: Pneumatic distribution
Piston bore: 98 mm
Weight: > 95 kg (minimum according to regulations)
Injection: Electronic injection and ignition
Fuel: Shell V-Power
Lubricant: Shell Helix Ultra
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