The LMP1 class is the top class in the American Le Mans Series. Ryan races the B07/10 chassis, produced by top British manufacturer, Lola Cars. Currently celebrating their 50th year of race car manufacturing, the company produces some of the best cars in the world and has one of the best reputations in motorsport.
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| Regulations |
The Lola B06/10 Sports Car is eligible for the ACO/ LMP1 class at Le Mans, and will also be used in the Le Mans Endurance Series and the American Le Mans Series |
| Minimum Weight |
The minimum regulation weight is 925 kg. This will be the target weight for the complete car. |
| Monocoque |
The chassis is constructed from carbon fibre in one piece, with symmetrical twin rollover hoops. Seatbelts: Sabelt Fire extinguisher: SPA
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| Bodywork |
The bodywork is all new for the revised aero regulations introduced for 2004.
Construction is pre-preg carbon fibre with honeycomb core in order to stiffen the panels.
The rear wing and underbody are also of lightweight carbon composite construction.
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| Suspension |
The front and rear uprights are fabricated from aircraft spec steel and TIG welded.
Both front and rear suspension use double fabricated steel wishbones with pushrods. Wheel bearings: Timken
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| Gearbox |
Lola 6 speed manual sequential units based on proven Champcar and LMP675 technology.
Bespoke bellhousing adaptor depending on the engine installation.
Lightweight magnesium main case casting
Oil cooler.
A semi- auto shift system available as standard.
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| Brake System |
Hitco Carbon brakes, discs and pads
AP Racing callipers and master cylinders
Dimensions: Front & rear vented brake discs - 380mm diameter
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| Engine Installation |
The car will be designed to accept any LMP1 engine according to the customer's choice,
currently including AER V8 and Judd GV5. |
| Clutch |
AP Racing (team choice) |
| Wheels |
Front 18†diameter x 13.5†wide
Rear 18†diameter x 14.5†wide |
| Instrumentation |
Team choice |
| Electrical System |
Team choice bespoke to engine
DMS RT40 12 volt high energy battery
Starter: Tilton/Bosch
Optional multiple batteries/starters
Two headlights housed in the nose section plus indicators, two rear red brake lights.
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| Engine Oil System |
Dry sump with 10 litre oil tank |
| Cooling System |
Water radiator(s)
Charge air intercooler for turbo engine
Heat exchanger/Oil cooler dependent on engine choice
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| Fuel System |
ATL fuel cell capacity is 90 litres. Regulation fuel capacity is achieved by fitting fuel displacement balls if necessary. Larger tank available for alternative fuelled cars
Fuel pump: Bosch
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| Steering |
Rack and pinion.
Kyaba power steering as standard |
| Facts and Figures |
Chief Designer: Julian Sole
Windtunnel hours: 290
CAD hours: 8000
Number of staff dedicated to project: 28 |
