Ferrari V6 hybrid Formula One power unit

Ferrari 1.6 V6 turbo
The 065/6 internal combustion engine and its energy storage unit, pictured on display in 2023
Overview
Manufacturer Scuderia Ferrari
Production2014–present
Layout
ConfigurationV-6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle
Displacement1.6 litres (98 cubic inches)
Cylinder bore80 mm (3.15 in)
Piston stroke53 mm (2.09 in)
Cylinder block materialAluminum alloy
Cylinder head materialAluminum alloy
Valvetrain24-valve (four-valves per cylinder), DOHC
Combustion
TurbochargerHybrid turbocharger with typical 3.5-5.0 bar boost pressure
Fuel system500 bar (7,252 psi) gasoline direct injection
ManagementMcLaren TAG-320
Fuel typeShell V-Power unleaded gasoline 94.25% + 5.75% biofuel[1]
Oil systemDry sump
Cooling systemSingle water pump
Output
Power output600–680 + 160 hp (447–507 + 119 kW) (2014-2016)[2][3]
771 + 160 hp (575 + 119 kW) (2017-2018)[4]
850 + 160 hp (634 + 119 kW) (2019-present)
Torque outputApprox. 600–822 N⋅m (443–606 ft⋅lb)
Dimensions
Dry weight145 kg (320 lb) overall including headers, clutch, ECU, spark box or filters
Chronology
PredecessorFerrari V8 F1

The Ferrari Tipo series is a series of 1.6-litre, turbocharged, and V6 hybrid Formula One racing engines developed and produced by Scuderia Ferrari starting with the Tipo 059/3 designation for the 2014 Formula One World Championship. In addition to their role as a factory-backed team by supplying their own Formula One team, Ferrari engines are being used by Haas and Cadillac, the former in an interim role until development of their own power unit commences for the 2029 season. Previously, Ferrari's hybrid V6 engines also saw use in Sauber, Scuderia Toro Rosso, and Marussia's cars. Cars powered by Ferrari engines scored 159 podiums, 27 victories, and 47 pole positions since their inception in 2014; the strongest results from a car powered by a Ferrari engine came during the 2018 Formula One World Championship, with the Ferrari SF71H taking six wins, 24 podiums and six pole positions.

Development and design

The V6 turbo engine was developed under the direction of Luca Marmorini and Mattia Binotto.[5][6] The engine itself is coupled with an energy recovery system hybrid unit, and all evolutions and newer iterations of the power unit are based on the same basic hybrid architecture that has existed since 2014.

As part of the 2026 regulation change, the MGU-H was removed.

Naming

Ferrari 059/3 was the engine's official name in the 2014 inaugural season. In the following seasons, the further expansion stages of the engine were each given new names. Formally, all expansion forms were based on the basic structure that has existed since 2014.

2019 investigation

The Type 064 of the 2019 Formula One World Championship was often criticised from the middle of the season. While the Ferrari SF90 put in a strong performance throughout the 2019 season, their performance was particularly strong between the 2019 Belgian Grand Prix on 1 September and the 2019 Mexican Grand Prix on 27 October. During these races, Ferrari took six consecutive pole positions and scored their only victories of the season in these races. As their form had noticeably improved compared to the first 12 races of the season, Red Bull Racing made an inquiry to the FIA and asked for clarification on whether the use of a system used by Ferrari that bypasses the fuel flow sensor is permissible. Red Bull accused Ferrari of installing the sensor in such a way that it could not measure an increased illegal fuel flow. The FIA responded with a technical guideline ahead of the 2019 United States Grand Prix on 3 November, reminding all competitors that such systems are not allowed. As a result, Ferrari's form faded. As the season progressed, they managed neither a pole position nor a win. Max Verstappen then publicly accused Ferrari of cheating.[7] After the end of testing for the 2020 Formula One World Championship, the FIA announced that it had completed its investigation into the Type 064 engine and entered into a private agreement with Ferrari. The FIA refused to disclose the results of the investigation after protests from the other teams.[8]

Applications

See also

References

  1. ^ "Fuelling Scuderia Ferrari into a new era for F1".
  2. ^ "Ferrari's Formula 1 1.6-liter turbo V6 engine makes 600 horsepower". 29 December 2013.
  3. ^ "Ferrari SF16-H - F1technical.net".
  4. ^ "How much power F1 engines have?". 5 January 2018.
  5. ^ "Engine Ferrari • STATS F1".
  6. ^ "How much power F1 engines have?". 5 January 2018.
  7. ^ Scott, Matthew (3 November 2019). "Verstappen on Ferrari struggles: That's what happens when you stop cheating!". GP Fans. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
  8. ^ Morlidge, Matt (4 March 2020). "F1 teams 'shocked' by Ferrari, FIA engine settlement, want disclosure". Sky Sports. Retrieved 10 July 2023.