Formula Renault BARC is the perfect entry-level category in which to begin a career in single-seater racing, requiring approximately half the budget needed to race in its British Touring Car Championship supporting stablemate Formula Renault UK.
The low-cost series, which uses identical chassis to the Formula Renault UK Championship, attracted capacity grids at a majority of rounds in 2007 and is set to continue in a similar vein as it enters its fourth year under the guidance of Renault Sport UK.
FR2000
The FR2000 cars are identical to those used in the Formula Renault UK Championship with Michelin except for the use of a 35mm air restrictor plate to reduce power and fixed gear ratios.
Chassis
FIA-approved impact break-away design. Carbon Fibre cell developed by Tatuus and Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved roll hoop and lateral driver?s head protection. Introduced in 2000 and updated with new bodywork in 2004.
Engine
Sealed, ELF Competition ST 15W50 16-valve, 4-cylinder type F4R with Orbisoud race exhaust system and catalytic converter. Built and developed by Renault Sport Technology. FIA-approved impact break-away design.
Capacity: 1998cc
Max Output: 192bhp at 6,500rpm
Max Torque: 22mkg @ 5,500rpm
Lubrication: Dry Sump, Spark Plugs: NGK PFR6E10, ECU: Sealed Magneti Marelli MF4L ignition system
Gearbox
Sadev 6-speed, sequential gearbox, mechanical control with three specified sets of ratios using a Limited Slip Differential and Twin-Plate, Hydraulic Clutch.
Suspension
Front: Pushrod, controlled single damper with adjustable bump and rebound
Rear: Pushrod, controlled twin dampers with adjustable bump and rebound
Brakes
Four-pot callipers, ventilated discs and Ferodo (type DS4003) pads; cockpit-adjustable bias front to rear
Wheels
OZ aluminium, central fixing. Front: 8 inches x 13 inches, Rear: 10 inches x 13 inches
Tyres
Michelin Control Type FR2.0. Front: 16/53 x 13 Rear: 23/57 x 13
Wheels
OZ aluminium, central fixing. Front: 8 inches x 13 inches, Rear: 10 inches x 13 inches