The Renault R31 was a Formula One racing car designed by Lotus Renault GP for the 2011 Formula One season. The chassis was designed by James Allison, Naoki Tokunaga, Tim Densham and Dirk de Beer with Rob White leading the engine design. The car was driven by Vitaly Petrov and Nick Heidfeld, who was replaced mid-season by Bruno Senna.
Technical specifications:
Chassis - Moulded carbon fibre and aluminium honeycomb composite monocoque, with engine incorporated as a fully stressed member
Suspension (front) - Carbon fibre double wishbone, operating inboard torsion bar and damper units via a pushrod system
Suspension (rear) - As front except via a pullrod system
Engine - Renault RS27-2011 2,400 cc (146.5 cu in) 90° V8, limited to 18,000 RPM with KERS naturally aspirated mid-mounted
Transmission - Seven-speed semi-automatic titanium gearbox with reverse gear "Quickshift" system
Power - >750 hp @ 18,000 rpm
Weight - 640 kg (1,411 lb) (including driver)
Fuel - Total
Best Lap Times
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NO LAP TIMES HAVE BEEN SET IN THIS CAR! |