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MP4-24 Technical Specifications
By Vodafone McLaren Mercedes
January 16 2009
While revealing the new MP4-24, which features radically different aerodynamics and a Kenetic Energy Recovery System, which should give the new car a boost of 80bhp for up to seven seconds.

VODAFONE McLAREN MERCEDES MP4-24 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

ChassisMcLaren moulded carbon fibre/aluminium honeycomb composite incorporating front and side impact structures. Contains integral safety fuel cell
Front suspensionInboard torsion bar/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangement
Rear suspensionInboard torsion bar/damper system operated by pushrod and bell crank with a double wishbone arrangement
Suspension dampersKoni
ElectronicsMcLaren Electronic Systems control units incorporating electronics for chassis, engine and data acquisition. McLaren Electronic Systems also supplies the electronic dashboard, alternator voltage control, sensors, data analysis and telemetry systems
BodyworkOne-piece engine cover and sidepod covers. Separate floor section, structural nose with integral front wing
TyresBridgestone Potenza
RadioKenwood
Race wheelsEnkei
Brake calipersAkebono
Brake master cylindersAkebono
BatteriesGS Yuasa Corporation
SteeringMcLaren power-assisted
InstrumentsMcLaren Electronic Systems
  
Engine 
TypeMercedes-Benz FO 108W
Capacity2.4 litres
Cylinders8
Maximum rpm18,000 (FIA regulatory limit for 2009)
Bank angle90°
Piston bore maximum98mm (FIA regulation)
Number of valves32
FuelMobil High Performance Unleaded (5.75% bio fuel)
LubricantsMobil 1 – for higher performance, lower friction and better wear resistance
Weight95kg (minimum FIA regulation weight)
  
Transmission 
GearboxSeven forward and one reverse
Semi-autoYes
DriveshaftsMcLaren
ClutchHand-operated

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