The FR2000 cars within the BARC Championship are identical to those used in the Formula Renault UK Championship with Michelin except for the use of a 35mm air restrictor plate to reduce power and fixed gear ratios.

Chassis

FIA-approved impact break-away design. Carbon Fibre cell developed by Tatuus and Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved roll hoop and lateral driver's head protection. Introduced in 2000 and updated with new bodywork in 2004.

Cockpit Interior

FIA-approved impact break-away design. Carbon Fibre cell developed by Tatuus and Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved roll hoop and lateral driver's head protection. Introduced in 2000 and updated with new bodywork in 2004.

  • XAP Multi-Changeable Dashboard Display
  • FIA-approved Safety Features
  • Roll Hoop and Lateral Driver's Head Protective Padding
  • Deformable, double-jointed steering column
  • Removable steering wheel
  • Six-point, 3-inch driver's shoulder and lap harnesses
  • FT3 fuel cell
  • Manually-operated 5kg fire extinguisher

Engine

Sealed, ELF Competition ST 15W50 16-valve, 4-cylinder type F4R with Orbisoud race exhaust system and catalytic converter. Built and developed by Renault Sport Technology.
FIA-approved break-away design.

Capacity
1998cc
Max Output
192bhp at 6,500rpm
Max Torque
22mkg @ 5,500rpm
Lubrication
Dry Sump
Spark Plugs
NGK PFR6E10
ECU
Sealed Magneti Marelli MF4L ignition system

Gearbox

Sadev 6-speed, sequential gearbox, mechanical control with three specified sets of ratios using a Limited Slip Differential and Twin-Plate, Hydraulic Clutch.

Lubricants

Sealed, ELF Competition ST 15W50 16-valve, 4-cylinder type F4R with Orbisoud race exhaust system and catalytic converter. Built and developed by Renault Sport Technology.
FIA-approved break-away design.

Engine
ELF Competition ST 15W50
Gearbox
Total Transmission LS

Speed Measurements (approx.)

0-100mph
4.85 seconds
200kmh-0
4.60 seconds

Suspension

Front
Pushrod, controlled single damper with adjustable bump and rebound
Rear
Pushrod, controlled twin dampers with adjustable bump and rebound

Brakes

Four-pot calipers, with ventilated discs and Ferodo (type DS4003) pads. Cockpit-adjustable bias front-to-rear.

Wheels

OZ, aluminium, central fixing

Front
8 inches x 13 inches
Rear
10 inches x 13 inches

Tyres

Michelin control type FR2.0

Front
16/53 x 13
Rear
23/57 x 13

Car Dimensions

Michelin control type FR2.0

Wheel Base
2,645mm
Front Track
1,434mm
Rear Track
1,318mm

Minimum Weight

495kg without driver/570kg with driver

FIA-approved Safety Features

  • Roll Hoop and Lateral Driver's Head Protective Padding
  • Deformable, double-jointed steering column
  • Removable steering wheel
  • Six-point, 3-inch driver's shoulder and lap harnesses
  • FT3 fuel cell
  • Manually-operated 5kg fire extinguisher