Ferrari F2012

Ferrari F2012
Fernando Alonso driving the F2012 at the 2012 Canadian Grand Prix
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorScuderia Ferrari
Designer(s)Pat Fry (Technical Director)
Nikolas Tombazis (Chief Designer)
Marco Fainello (Head of Vehicle Engineering)
Tiziano Battistini (Head of Chassis Design)
Simone Resta (Head of R&D)
Nicolas Hennel (Chief Aerodynamicist)
Jan Monchaux (Deputy Chief Aerodynamicist)
Luca Marmorini (Engine and Electronics)
PredecessorFerrari 150º Italia
SuccessorFerrari F138
Technical specifications[1]
Chassiscarbon-fibre and honeycomb composite monocoque
Suspension (front)Independent suspension, pullrod activated torsion springs
Suspension (rear)as front
EngineFerrari Tipo 056-2012 2,398 cc (146 cu in) V8 (90°) 750 hp (560 kW) Naturally aspirated, 18,000 RPM limited with KERS, mid-mounted
TransmissionFerrari 7 speeds + reverse Semi-automatic sequential, electronically controlled, longitudinal gearbox, quick-shift Limited-slip differential
Weight640 kg (1,411.0 lb) (including driver, water and lubricant)
FuelShell V-Power ULG 66L/2 Fuel
Shell Helix Ultra Lubricant
TyresPirelli P Zero (dry), Cinturato (wet)[2]
OZ Wheels (front and rear): 13"
Competition history
Notable entrantsScuderia Ferrari
Notable drivers5. Spain Fernando Alonso[3]
6. Brazil Felipe Massa[4]
Debut2012 Australian Grand Prix
First win2012 Malaysian Grand Prix
Last win2012 German Grand Prix
Last event2012 Brazilian Grand Prix
RacesWinsPodiumsPolesF/Laps
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The Ferrari F2012 is a Formula One racing car designed by Scuderia Ferrari for the 2012 Formula One season. The chassis was designed by Pat Fry, Nikolas Tombazis and Nicolas Hennel with Luca Marmorini leading the engine and electronics design. The car was launched on 3 February at Ferrari's facility in Maranello.[5] The car, which was driven by Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa, made its debut at the first pre-season test at Jerez.[6]

  1. ^ "Technical specifications". Ferrari F2012. Scuderia Ferrari. 3 February 2012. Archived from the original on 4 February 2012. Retrieved 3 February 2012.
  2. ^ Noble, Jonathan (25 January 2012). "Pirelli tweaks tyre markings for 2012 F1 season". Autosport. Haymarket Publications. Retrieved 29 January 2012.
  3. ^ "Fernando Alonso signs for Ferrari". Scuderia Ferrari. Ferrari. 30 September 2009. Archived from the original on 23 February 2012. Retrieved 23 June 2011.
  4. ^ Elizalde, Pablo (9 June 2010). "Massa extends Ferrari contract until '12". Autosport. Haymarket Publications. Retrieved 9 June 2010.
  5. ^ "Ferrari launches its 2012 F1 car". Autosport. Haymarket Publications. 3 February 2012. Retrieved 3 February 2012.
  6. ^ Collatine, Keith (10 February 2012). "Alonso ends Jerez test quickest for Ferrari". F1 Fanatic. Retrieved 14 February 2012.