Mercedes W03 specs & info

Michael Schumacher driving the Mercedes W03 F1 car

Mercedes' F1 car for 2012

Technical specifications Mercedes W03 F1 car

Construction: Moulded carbon fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Suspension: Wishbone and pushrod (front)/pullrod (rear) 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

Designation: Mercedes-Benz FO108Z
Type: 2.4 litres V8
Maximum rpm: 18,000 (maximum FIA regulation)
Bank angle: 90°
Piston bore: 98mm (maximum FIA regulation)
No of valves: 32
Weight: 95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)