Ferrari 246 F1-66

Specifications

Chassis: Type 579/FL (in the Italian G.P. configuration), double wall of aluminium panels riveted to a tubular steel structure to form a stress-bearing semi-monococque
Front Suspension: Double wishbones, upper rocker arm, reversed lower wishbone, coil springs and inboard co-axial dampers
Rear Suspension: Upper arm, reversed lower wishbone, co-axial spring/damper units, 2 radius arms per side
Brakes: Girling discs, inboard at rear mounted on differential housing, independent circuits with double pump
Steering: Rack and pinion
Front Tyres: 5.50x14", Dunlop
Rear Tyres: 7.00x14", Dunlop
Wheels: cast in light alloy; front 7.50x13", rear 9.50x13"
Fuel Tank: 125 litres (2 side tanks), NO 98/100 petrol
Bodywork: Single-seater aluminium body and composite elements
Transmission: Rear-wheel drive, dry, multi-plate clutch, 597 5-speed gearbox + reverse
Gear Ratios: Variable depending on track

Dimensions

Length: 3,950 mm
Width: 697 mm
Height: 768 mm
Wheelbase and Front/ Rear Track: 2,380/1,360/1,360 mm
Kerb Weight (with water and oil): 510 kg

Engine

Designation: Ferrari Type 228, rear-mounted 65° V6
Configuration: light alloy cylinder block and head, cast iron wet liners, 126 mm connecting rods, water cooled
Bore x Stroke: 90 x 63 mm
Unitary and Total Displacement: 400.789/2,404.734 cc
Compression Ratio: 11.2:1
Max. Power Output: 249 bhp at 8,500 rpm
Timing Gear: 2 valves per cylinder, 2 overhead camshafts per cylinder bank
Fuel Feed: Lucas indirect injection
Ignition: Marelli SB 266 DTEM distributor