Formula Renault 3.5 Series

The World Series Formula V8 3.5, previously known as the World Series by Nissan and Formula Renault 3.5 Series, was a motor racing series promoted by RPM Racing and Renault Sport. Originating from the Spanish Formula Renault Championship, it was founded as Open Fortuna by Nissan in 1998 and underwent several name changes over the years. The series used chassis built by Coloni initially, with a 2.0 L Nissan SR20 engine, before transitioning to Dallara chassis and a VQ30 engine in 2002. In 2005, Renault started the World Series by Renault, merging it with the Formula Renault V6 Eurocup. In 2016, the series was renamed Formula V8 3.5 and then World Series Formula V8 3.5 in 2017

TECHNICAL DATA & STANDARD FEATURES

 

Engine

• 3.5 litre V6 Renault VQ35 unit producing 480 bhp with a rev limit of 8500 rpm.

• V6 DOHC 60° cylinder angle normally-aspirated mid-mounted

• 3,498 cc

Transmission

•  6-speed semi-automatic gearbox

Chassis

• Carbon-fibre monocoque with honeycomb structure

Suspension

• Front: Pushrods, single vertically-mounted adjustable four-tube shock absorber
• Rear: Pushrods, double adjustable four-tube shock absorber

Dimensions

• Length: 5,070 mm (200 in)
• Width: 1,930 mm (76 in)
• Height: 1,050 mm (41 in)

Axle track

• Front: 1,630 mm (64 in)
• Rear: 1,529 mm (60 in)
• Wheelbase: 3,125 mm (123 in)