This has led to significant changes in the dimensions of the monocoque, making compromise unavoidable. The fuel tank of the 2009 car had a capacity of between 120 and 140 litres, and that has now had to be increased to around 200 litres. This involved examining the effects of the slimmer tyres and longer wheelbase before starting work on the concept for the car in April 2009. Requirements and development Sauber’s designers had carried out initial calculations as early as February 2009 using computer-aided flow simulation. These and other aerodynamic measures also help to ensure optimum airflow to the double diffuser.įurther changes were required to integrate the engine – supplied by Ferrari – and, in particular, the load-bearing Ferrari gearbox. Also very distinctive is an extremely long undercut at the transition from chassis into underbody. And because they are slimmer, the front tyres will be more heavily worked, requiring weight to be shifted further towards the rear of the car.Īn eye-catching feature of the C29 is its highly intricate raised nose. The increased length of the fuel tank means the car has grown longer overall. However, the new regulations banning refuelling during the race and stipulating a reduced width for the front tyres have required significant changes to the car’s design. The development of the C29 has seen the team build on the experience gained last year and the improvement in performance over the final third of the season.

After much negotiation it was announced that the team would return to the field in 2010 under Peter Saubers ownership. Various rescue bids were put together and all faltered, the result being that the team was not given an entry into the world championship.

The BMW Sauber F1 Team will line up in Bahrain against all odds after a horrendous 2009 campaign BMW announced that it was quitting the sport and closing the team.

Drivers: Pedro De La Rosa, Kamui Kobayashi

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