Mercedes V6 Hybrid Formula One engine
The Mercedes V6 Hybrid Formula One engine, is a series of 1.6-liter, hybrid turbocharged V6 racing engines which features both a kinetic energy recovery system (MGU-K) and a heat energy recovery system (MGU-H), developed and produced by Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains for use in Formula One. The engines were in use since the 2014 season by the Mercedes works team. Over years of development, engine power was increased from 840 horsepower at 15,000 rpm, to 1,070 horsepower at 15,000 rpm. Customer team engines were used by Williams, McLaren, Lotus, Manor Racing, Force India, Racing Point Force India, Racing Point and Aston Martin.
| Mercedes V6 Hybrid F1 engine | |
|---|---|
The Mercedes-Benz PU106C power unit, used in the 2016 season. | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains |
| Production | 2014–present |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | V-6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle |
| Displacement | 1.6 L (98 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Piston stroke | 53 mm (2.09 in) |
| Cylinder block material | Aluminum alloy |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminum alloy |
| Valvetrain | 24-valve (four-valves per cylinder), DOHC |
| Compression ratio | under 18:1 |
| RPM range | |
| Idle speed | 5,000 rpm |
| Max. engine speed | 15,000 rpm |
| Combustion | |
| Turbocharger | Hybrid turbocharger with 3.5–5.0 bar boost pressure |
| Fuel system | 500 bar (7,252 psi) gasoline direct injection |
| Management | McLaren TAG-320 (2014-2018) later TAG-320B (2019-present) |
| Fuel type | Petronas Primax unleaded gasoline 94.25% + 5.75% biofuel and Mobil (McLaren only in 2014) |
| Oil system | Dry sump |
| Cooling system | Single water pump |
| Output | |
| Power output | 840–1,070 hp (626–798 kW) |
| Torque output | Approx. 600–822 N⋅m (443–606 ft⋅lb) |
| Dimensions | |
| Dry weight | 145–150 kg (320–331 lb) overall including headers, clutch, ECU, spark box or filters |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz FO engine |
Having a successful run since the 2014 season, the Mercedes V6 Hybrid engine have become one of the most successful Formula One engines of all time. Breaking the record for most wins in a season in 2016, as well as among many other major constructor and driver F1 records. Notably, Lewis Hamilton won a record breaking six driver's championships and Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team won a record breaking eight consecutive constructor's championships powered by the Mercedes V6 Hybrid engines.