Norma M20-FC

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Norma M20-FC [1]
Nova Proto NP01 [2]
Norma M20FC (2016) Auto Zuerich 2021 IMG 0455.jpg
Category CN
Constructor Norma
Technical specifications
Chassis Carbon fibre monocoque
Suspension Double wishbones, push-rod actuated coil springs over shock absorbers, anti-roll bars
Length4,600–4,780 mm (181–188 in)
Width1,880–1,900 mm (74–75 in)
Height1,070 mm (42 in)
Wheelbase 2,720–2,940 mm (107–116 in)
Engine Judd HK 3.6 L (220 cu in) 90° DOHC V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
BMW P65 4.0 L (240 cu in) 90° DOHC V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Mugen MF308 3.0 L (180 cu in) 90° DOHC V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Nissan 3.8 L (230 cu in) 60° DOHC V6 turbocharged mid-engined
Honda K20A 2.0 L (120 cu in) DOHC I4 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Hartley Bolt 4 1.2 L (73 cu in) DOHC I4 turbocharged mid-engined
Zytek-Judd KV 3.0 L (180 cu in) 90° DOHC V8 naturally-aspirated mid-engined [3]
Peugeot EP6 1.6 L (98 cu in) DOHC I4 turbocharged mid-engined longitudinally mounted
Transmission Sadev 6-speed sequential paddle-shift
Power260–500 hp (190–370 kW) [4]
Weight475–750 kilograms (1,047–1,653 lb)
Competition history

The Norma M20-FC, now known as the Nova Proto NP01, is a sports prototype race car, designed, developed and produced by French constructor Norma, and specifically built to FIA Group CN specification, to compete in sports car racing and hillcimb events, since 2011. [5] [6]

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