Benetton B187

Benetton B187
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorBenetton
Designer(s)Rory Byrne (Chief Designer)
Geoff Goddard (Chief Engine Designer (Ford-Cosworth))
PredecessorB186
SuccessorB188
Technical specifications[1][2]
ChassisCarbon fibre monocoque
Suspension (front)Double wishbones, pushrods
Suspension (rear)Double wishbones, pushrods
Axle trackFront: 1,816 mm (71.5 in)
Rear: 1,682 mm (66.2 in)
Wheelbase2,692 mm (106.0 in)
EngineFord TEC/Cosworth GBA, 1,497 cc (91.4 cu in), 120° V6, turbo (4.0 Bar limited), mid-engine, longitudinally mounted
TransmissionBenetton 6-speed manual
Weight540 kg (1,190 lb)
FuelMobil
TyresGoodyear
Competition history
Notable entrantsBenetton Formula Ltd
Notable drivers19. Italy Teo Fabi
20. Belgium Thierry Boutsen
Debut1987 Brazilian Grand Prix
Last event1987 Australian Grand Prix
RacesWinsPodiumsPolesF/Laps
160201
Constructors' Championships0
Drivers' Championships0

The Benetton B187 is a Formula One racing car designed by Rory Byrne and raced by the Benetton team in the 1987 Formula One World Championship. The B187 replaced the B186 used in the 1986 season.

  1. ^ "1987 Benetton B187 Cosworth - Images, Specifications and Information". Ultimatecarpage.com. Retrieved 2010-08-23.
  2. ^ "STATS F1 • Benetton B187". Statsf1.com. Retrieved 2010-08-23.