👉Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid
The Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid is a Formula One racing car that competed in the 2016 FIA Formula One World Championship. It stands as one of the most successful Mercedes-Benz designs of all time, meticulously crafted under the guidance of a talented team of engineers and designers, including Paddy Lowe, Aldo Costa, Geoff Willis, Loïc Serra, Russell Cooley, John Owen, Mike Elliott, and Jarrod Murphy.
Key Specifications:
➡️Chassis:
- Constructed from molded carbon fiber and honeycomb composite.
- Suspension features carbon fiber wishbones and pushrod-activated torsion springs and rockers.
- Length: 5,000 mm (197 in)
- Width: 1,800 mm (71 in)
- Height: 950 mm (37 in)
➡️Power Unit:
- Engine: Mercedes-Benz PU106C Hybrid, a 1.6 L (98 cu in) V6 turbocharged engine.
- Electric Motor: Motor Generator Unit–Kinetic (MGU-K) and Motor Generator Unit–Heat (MGU-H).
- Total Power Output: A staggering 900 horsepower (670 kW).
➡️Transmission:
- Mercedes co-developed a semi-automatic seamless shift sequential gearbox with eight forward and one reverse gears.
➡️Brakes and Tires:
- Carbone Industrie carbon brake discs, pads, and Brembo brake calipers.
- Pirelli P Zero dry/slick tires and Pirelli Cinturato wet/treaded tires.
➡️Notable Achievements:
- Drivers: The W07 Hybrid was piloted by three-time World Drivers’ Champion Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg.
- Debut and Wins: It made its competitive debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix, securing victory in its very first race.
- Championships: The Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid played a pivotal role in clinching both the Constructors’ Championship and the Drivers’ Championship, with Nico Rosberg taking the title.
➡️Legacy:
The W07 Hybrid’s integration of fully integrated hybrid power units showcased Mercedes’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance and efficiency. Its dominance on the track solidified its place in Formula One history—a true marvel of engineering and speed