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The engines of all FIA Formula 2 Championship cars are planned to be all-new {{convert|3.4|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} V6 turbocharged direct-injected engine developed by [[Mecachrome]], replacing the aging Mecachrome {{convert|4.0|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine|V8]] [[naturally-aspirated engine|naturally-aspirated]] engine which had been used since [[2005 GP2 Series|the inaugural season]] of [[GP2 Series]].<ref>https://twitter.com/ScarbsTech/status/796714956607590400/photo/1</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Exclusive: Mecachrome applies for Formula 1 engine tender|url=https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/exclusive-mecachrome-applies-for-formula-1-engine-tender/|last=Noble|first=Jonathan|work=Motorsport.com|publisher=Motorsport.com|date=24 November 2015|accessdate=24 November 2015}}</ref> |
The engines of all FIA Formula 2 Championship cars are planned to be all-new {{convert|3.4|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} V6 turbocharged direct-injected engine developed by [[Mecachrome]], replacing the aging Mecachrome {{convert|4.0|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine|V8]] [[naturally-aspirated engine|naturally-aspirated]] engine which had been used since [[2005 GP2 Series|the inaugural season]] of [[GP2 Series]].<ref>https://twitter.com/ScarbsTech/status/796714956607590400/photo/1</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Exclusive: Mecachrome applies for Formula 1 engine tender|url=https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/exclusive-mecachrome-applies-for-formula-1-engine-tender/|last=Noble|first=Jonathan|work=Motorsport.com|publisher=Motorsport.com|date=24 November 2015|accessdate=24 November 2015}}</ref> |
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All [[FIA Formula 2 Championship|FIA Formula 2]] drivers will compete in a [[Dallara F2/18]] chassis, using a Mecachrome F2 V6 engine and [[Pirelli|Pirelli P Zero]] and [[Pirelli|Cinturato]] tyres. |
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Revision as of 23:53, 18 July 2017
The 2018 FIA Formula 2 Championship is planned to be the second season of the FIA Formula 2 Championship, a motor racing championship for Formula Two cars that is sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) as an open-wheel racing category that serves as the second tier of formula racing. The category is scheduled to be run in support of the 2018 FIA Formula One World Championship, and is open to teams and drivers competing in cars complying with Formula 2 regulations.[1]
Changes for 2018
The 2018 is scheduled to see the introduction an all-new FIA Formula 2 Championship chassis package along with an all-new engine package:[2]
New chassis
The Dallara GP2/11 will be retired after the 2017 season and replaced by the Dallara F2/18.[3] The Dallara F2/18 will be unveiled on September 1, 2017 during Monza round.[4]
Engine formula
The engines of all FIA Formula 2 Championship cars are planned to be all-new 3.4 L (207 cu in) V6 turbocharged direct-injected engine developed by Mecachrome, replacing the aging Mecachrome 4.0 L (244 cu in) V8 naturally-aspirated engine which had been used since the inaugural season of GP2 Series.[5][6]
Teams and drivers
All FIA Formula 2 drivers will compete in a Dallara F2/18 chassis, using a Mecachrome F2 V6 engine and Pirelli P Zero and Cinturato tyres.
References
- ^ Howard, Tom (10 March 2017). "GP2 Series renamed FIA Formula 2". speedcafe.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
- ^ Khorounzhiy, Valentin (16 December 2016). "GP2 aiming for V6 switch, but not wider tyres for 2018 car". Motorsport.com. Motorsport.com. Retrieved 16 December 2016.
- ^ Kalinauckas, Alex. "F2 boss reveals details of 2018 car". Motorsport.com. Motorsport.com. Retrieved 23 May 2017.
- ^ Kalinauckas, Alex (18 July 2017). "F2 not expecting maximum capacity grid in 2018". Motorsport.com. Motorsport.com. Retrieved 18 July 2017.
- ^ https://twitter.com/ScarbsTech/status/796714956607590400/photo/1
- ^ Noble, Jonathan (24 November 2015). "Exclusive: Mecachrome applies for Formula 1 engine tender". Motorsport.com. Motorsport.com. Retrieved 24 November 2015.
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