It has been suggested that this article be merged with Lola T87/50 , Lola T88/50 , Lola T90/50 , Lola T91/50 , Lola T92/50 , Lola T96/50 , Lola B99/50 , Lola B02/50 and Lola T950 to Lola F3000 cars . (Discuss) Proposed since March 2024. |
Category | Formula 3000 |
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Constructor | Lola |
Predecessor | Lola T88/50 |
Successor | Lola T90/50 |
Technical specifications | |
Chassis | Carbon fiber composite honeycomb monocoque |
Suspension (front) | independent unequal double wishbones, push-rod actuated coil springs over shock absorbers |
Suspension (rear) | independent double wishbones, control links, push-rod actuated coil springs over shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
Axle track | 66 in (1,676 mm) (front) 61.5 in (1,562 mm) (rear) |
Wheelbase | 100 in (2,540 mm) |
Engine | Ford-Cosworth DFV, Honda-Judd BV, or Yamaha 3.0 L (183 cu in) DOHC V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined |
Torque | 276 lb⋅ft (374 N⋅m) @ 6,900 rpm |
Transmission | 5-speed manual |
Power | 463 hp (345 kW) @ 9,000 rpm |
Weight | 540 kg (1,190 lb) (including driver) |
Tyres | Avon |
Competition history | |
Notable drivers | All F3000 drivers |
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