Formula 4
The Formula 4 is a single-seater racing car category. It was introduced in 2014 by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) as a link between karting and the Formula 3 championships. It is not a brand formula ; however, the chassis and engines must be specially homologated for this series . A particular chassis is not associated with a single engine type. In the respective national or multi-country series, however, only one of the homologated chassis is used in conjunction with a specific engine. In another series, this chassis could be driven with a different engine.
The initiator of the category was Gerhard Berger , who at the time of the introduction coordinated the formula racing area on behalf of the FIA. The first five drivers of an FIA Formula 4 championship receive 10-7-5-2-1 points for qualifying for a super license .
Regulations
Sporting regulations
Drivers who want to take part in an FIA Formula 4 championship must be at least 15 years old and have a racing license. There are three races per weekend. The usual point system is identical to that of all FIA series (25-18-15-12-10-8-6-4-2-1). In addition, the fastest driver in qualifying receives five bonus points and the driver with the fastest race lap receives one bonus point. The first and third races are started with a grid resulting from qualifying. The second race starts according to the results of the first race, with the first ten drivers starting in reverse order.
Drivers, regardless of their nationality, are allowed to participate in every FIA Formula 4 championship. In addition, there is no upper age limit. However, each Formula 4 championship may introduce an age limit for the drivers' classification and limit the distribution of prize money to a certain nationality.
Technical regulations
Body regulations, especially those that affect aerodynamics and contact pressure, take up a large part of the technical provisions. The minimum weight is 570 kg. The engine capacity is not limited; but the performance, dimensions and maximum speed. Turbo charging is allowed. All of the intake air must pass through the inside of the main bracket.
The FIA has set maximum prices for all parts of the chassis and engine.
Telemetry is not allowed. Data is recorded inside the vehicle and read out after the training / race. A radio antenna on the front of the car establishes a voice connection between the driver and the box.
chassis
The first homologation period for the chassis runs from January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2019. There is also a further homologation period for certain components, which ended on December 31, 2016. Each chassis manufacturer may have a chassis homologated once during this period. Chassis homologated by the FIA may have a maximum unit price of 33,000 euros before taxes.
Using the example of Mygale, a chassis can have the following characteristics:
- Wheel suspension: double triangular wishbones, adjustable shock absorbers operated by push rods (rebound and compression stage separated).
- Rim size: 8 "x 13" front, 10 "x 13" rear
- Brakes: two-piston disc brakes throughout; In 2018, a brake disc costs € 101 before taxes
- Tank: 48 liters
At the end of 2017, the chassis were homologated by the following companies:
engine
To be homologated, the engine must have four cylinders; a maximum displacement of two liters applies to naturally aspirated engines. Turbo engines can be 1.4 liters or 1.6 liters.
The engines should be so stable that they run 10,000 km, which are completed in one season, without revision. The maximum price of an engine is 9,500 euros. The revision of the engine after 10,000 km of mileage may cost a maximum of 4,000 euros, so that over a total period of three years the average price for one kilometer is 70 cents. There is also the option of leasing the engine. At the highest speed, the engine can produce a maximum of 115 kW (156 hp).
At the end of 2017 the following engines were homologated:
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Abarth 1.4 liter T-Jet -
Ford 1.6 liter EcoBoost
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Geely G-Power JLD-4G20 -
HPD 2.0L K20C -
Renault 2.0L F4R -
TOM’S - Toyota 3ZR
Overview of FIA-certified Formula 4 championships
All Formula 4 championships certified by the FIA are listed in the brief overview. The Formula 4 championships are sorted alphabetically. In the brief overview, only the current chassis and engine manufacturer and the current host countries are listed.
1 - The French Formula Renault with 1.6 liter engines has been using the name Championnat de France F4 since 2011. The French Formula 4 Championship has been held in accordance with the FIA Formula 4 regulations since 2018.
Other Formula 4 racing series
In addition to the Formula 4 championships certified by the FIA, there are other racing series that use the name Formula 4 or F4. For participating in these series, drivers do not receive any points for a super license.
BRDC Formula 4 Championship
In 2013, the British Racing Drivers' Club and MotorSport Vision launched the BRDC Formula 4 Championship, an entry-level formula racing series in the United Kingdom . In 2014, Yokohama was the tire supplier.
Although the championship decided to introduce the FIA homologated Tatuus chassis after the 2015 season, it did not become the UK's FIA-certified Formula 4 championship. Instead, this rating was given to the MSA Formula . Finally, the BRDC Formula 4 Championship was completely replaced by the new series after the 2014 season.
JAF Japan Formula 4
The JAF Japan Formula 4 has existed since 1993 . A western and an eastern championship will be held in Japan. The series is open to all chassis manufacturers. The FIA rating was instead awarded to the Japanese Formula 4 Championship .
South American Formula 4 Championship
The South American Formula 4 Championship (officially Formula 4 Sudamericana ) was introduced in 2014. Most of the races take place in Uruguay . There is one event each in Argentina and Brazil . The South American Formula 4 championship succeeded the Formula Future Fiat founded by Felipe Massa in 2010 , which was discontinued after the 2011 season. The same material is used as in the Formula Future Fiat: Chassis from Signatech and Fiat engines.
| season | master | Points | Second | Points | Third | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 |
 Bruno Baptista
|
352 |
Felipe Ortiz
|
264 |
 Agustin Lima Capitao
|
198 |
| 2015 |
Pedro Cardoso
|
303 |
 Rodrigo Pflucker
|
290 |
 Juan Manuel Casella
|
241 |
| 2016 |
Facundo Garese
|
324 |
Juan Manuel Casella
|
320 |
Facundo Ferra
|
169 |
Danish Formula 4 Championship
The Danish Formula 4 championship has been held according to the official FIA regulations for the Formula 4 category since 2017. The series is a chassis Mygale M14 F4 together with the Renault -Engine 2.0L F4R used.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ FIA Formula 4. fia.com, archived from the original on March 8, 2015 ; accessed on January 17, 2015 .
- ↑ Norman Fischer: Success is a must: New point system for super license. Motorsport-Total.com, January 6, 2015, accessed January 7, 2015 .
- ↑ FIA Formula 4. fia.com, accessed January 17, 2015 .
- ↑ “CAMS releases sporting regulations for Australian Formula 4 Championship”. cams.com.au, accessed January 17, 2015 .
- ↑ a b c 2014 Formula 4 Homologation Regulations. fia.com, accessed January 17, 2015 .
- ↑ http://www.mygale.fr/nos-voitures/formule-4/
- ↑ Australian Formula 4 to be axed after 2019. motorsport.com, September 7, 2019, accessed on October 30, 2019 (English).
- ↑ Launch Formula 4 FIA Mygale in Mexico. mygale-cars.com, March 25, 2015, accessed September 21, 2015 .
- ↑ a b F4: Formula 4 arrives in the USA. (No longer available online.) Racer.com, September 17, 2015, archived from the original on September 20, 2015 ; accessed on September 21, 2015 (English). Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ About Formula 4 SEA. formula4.asia, June 25, 2017, accessed June 25, 2017 .
- ↑ a b Renault engine to power new F4SEA series. paddockscout.com, March 24, 2016, accessed July 14, 2017 .
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- ^ Scott Mitchell: "BRDC Formula 4 to use Tatuus FIA F4 chassis from late 2015". autosport.com, September 2, 2014, accessed January 17, 2015 .
