Jaguar R2

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Jaguar R2
Pedro de la Rosa 2001 Canada.jpg
Category Formula One
Constructor Jaguar
Designer(s) Steve Nichols (Technical Director)
John Russell (Chief Designer)
Mark Handford (Head of Aerodynamics)
Predecessor R1
Successor R3
Technical specifications
Chassis Carbon-fibre monocoque
Suspension (front)double wishbones, pushrod, torsion bar, ARB, third spring
Suspension (rear)double wishbones, pushrod, torsion bar, ARB, third spring
Engine Cosworth CR-3 3.0-litre V10 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Transmission Jaguar 7-speed longitudinal semi-automatic sequential
Power805 hp (600.3 kW) @ 17,500 rpm [1]
Fuel Texaco
Lubricants Havoline
Tyres Michelin
Competition history
Notable entrants Jaguar Racing
Notable drivers18. Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Eddie Irvine
19. Flag of Brazil.svg Luciano Burti
19. Flag of Spain.svg Pedro de la Rosa
Debut 2001 Australian Grand Prix
Last event 2001 Japanese Grand Prix
RacesWins Poles F/Laps
17000
Constructors' Championships0
Drivers' Championships0

The Jaguar R2 was the car with which the Jaguar team competed in the 2001 Formula One season. It was driven by Eddie Irvine, who was in his second year with the team, and Luciano Burti, who had deputised for Irvine at the 2000 Austrian Grand Prix. However, the Brazilian was replaced by Pedro de la Rosa after only four Grands Prix.

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The R2 being prepared for a public appearance JaguarF1 2001.jpg
The R2 being prepared for a public appearance

For Jaguar, 2001 was a season of consolidation after a disastrous début season in 2000 saw the team score only four points in the Constructors' Championship. The car was therefore more conservative and reliable than in the previous year, and the team's success was slightly greater, if not a quantum leap forward. Indeed, there were only four points finishes from Irvine and de la Rosa throughout the season, although one of these was Jaguar's maiden podium finish at Monaco.

The season was more notable for Jaguar's exploits off the track. McLaren designer Adrian Newey seemingly signed a contract with the team, but quickly changed his mind and remained with his current employers. The deal was struck by Team Principal Bobby Rahal, and its failure, allied to an alleged deal to sell Irvine to Jordan, would culminate in his replacement by fellow retired racer Niki Lauda by season's end. It was seen that such a replacement was inevitable, as Lauda had initially arrived in the team whilst Rahal was in charge.

The team eventually finished eighth in the Constructors' Championship, with nine points. The R2 was succeeded by the Jaguar R3. It was the last F1 car to ever run on Texaco fuel.

As of 2022, a Jaguar R2 runs in the BOSS GP Championship driven by French driver Didier Sirgue.

Sponsorship and livery

The livery and sponsorship were not many that changed as its predecessor, albeit with Beck's logo on the bargeboard. In countries that were not allowed the alcohol branding, the logo were read out as "Best's".

At the Italian and United States Grands Prix, the car ran with a black engine cover and decorated with an United States flag in response of the September 11 attacks.

Complete Formula One results

(key)

YearTeamEngineTyresDrivers1234567891011121314151617PointsWCC
2001 Jaguar Cosworth V10 M AUS MAL BRA SMR ESP AUT MON CAN EUR FRA GBR GER HUN BEL ITA USA JPN 98th
Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Eddie Irvine 11RetRetRetRet73Ret7Ret9RetRetDNSRet5Ret
Flag of Brazil.svg Luciano Burti 810Ret11
Flag of Spain.svg Pedro de la Rosa RetRetRet681412Ret11Ret512Ret

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