Mercedes W02 specs & info

Nico Rosberg driving the Mercedes W02 on Buddh circuit in India (2011)

Mercedes' F1 car for 2011

Technical specifications Mercedes W02 F1 car

Construction: Moulded carbon fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Front suspension: Wishbone and pushrod activated torsion springs and rockers
Rear suspension: Wishbone and 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 and FIA homologated electronic and electrical system

Transmission

Gearbox: Seven speed unit with cast aluminium maincase
Gear selection: Sequential, semi-automatic, hydraulic activation
Clutch: Carbon plate

Dimensions

Overall length: 4800mm
Overall height: 950mm
Overall width: 1800mm

Engine

Type: Mercedes-Benz FO108Y
Capacity: 2.4 litres
Configuration: V8 in 90° bank angle
Maximum rpm: 18,000 (maximum FIA regulation)
Piston bore: 98mm (maximum FIA regulation)
No of valves: 32
Weight: 95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)