Mygale FB02
The Mygale FB02 is an
DesignworksUSA, for the one-make Formula BMW spec-series, between 1998 and 2013.[3]
Technical information
Formula BMW was what is sometimes referred to as a "slicks and wings" formula, which describes the use of
slick tires and downforce-generating wings at the front and rear. The addition of wings results in cornering speeds that are faster than that which is achieved by the wingless Formula Ford cars and comparable to Formula Renault
, and provides drivers with valuable first-time experience of the unique characteristics of aerodynamic downforce.
Formula BMW was strictly a "control" formula. This term describes a formula in which every major aspect of equipment and suppliers is restricted. Control formulae normally have only one chassis specification, one engine, and single suppliers of tires and fuel. Modifications to the chassis, bodywork and engine are not permitted and this is strictly enforced through
suspension, brake balance, and wing angles.[4][5] The engines are sealed to prevent illegal modifications and are serviced by Schnitzer Motorsport.[6]
carbon-fibre composite tub constructed to the safety standards of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (motorsport's world governing body). The bodywork is made from a kevlar composite.[7]
At 3.975 m (13.041 ft) in length, it was larger than a Formula Ford 1600, and slightly smaller than a Formula Renault 2000.
The engine was sourced from BMW's motorcycle division: it is a near-standard
References
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- ^ "Formula BMW".
- ^ "Josef Kaufmann Racing". www.jk-racing.de.
- ^ "Formula BMW FB02". 24 August 2013.
- ^ a b Chassis technology Archived 2007-01-29 at the Wayback Machine FormulaBMWUSA.com. Retrieved on January 20, 2007.
- ^ Technical specification Archived 2006-07-15 at the Wayback Machine FormulaBMWUSA.com. Retrieved on January 20, 2007.
- ^ Drivetrain technology Archived 2007-09-19 at the Wayback Machine FormulaBMWUSA.com. Retrieved on January 20, 2007.
- ^ Mygale product details Mygale-cars.com. Retrieved on January 20, 2007.
- ^ FB02 Technical data Archived 2007-09-28 at the Wayback Machine BMW-motorsport.com. Retrieved on January 20, 2007.