Meanwhile, braking distances are minimised and resistance to fading is maximised, even when the brakes are subject to typical race-track loads, courtesy of the AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system with its generously sized ceramic discs measuring 402 x 39 mm on the front axle and 360 x 32 mm on the rear axle. Together with the 3-stage ESP, the integrated mechanical multidisc differential lock ensures outstanding traction.
DRIVING FORCE GT F1 2010 MANUAL
No interruption in tractive power in manual mode ('M'), gear changes can be effected in 100 milliseconds. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission with double-clutch technology features four modes and allows fast gear changes with practically Pure motorsport tech-nology is used for the AMG sports suspension: aluminium double-wishbone axles front and rear ensure outstanding driving dynamics with precise turn-in ability, first-class agility, low mass inertia when changing direction spontaneously and, therefore, a high cornering limit.ĭouble-clutch transmission and ceramic composite brake system The installation position a long way behind the front axle and the transaxle arrangement of the new seven-speed double-clutch transmission on the rear axle have a positive effect on the weight distribution, which is 47/53 percent (front/rear). And thanks to the dry-sump lubrication system, the AMG V8 powerplant can be installed very low down, resulting in a beneficial lowering of the vehicle's centre of gravity. The unique vehicle concept is a key factor in ensuring outstanding drivingĭynamics: the aluminium spaceframe body keeps the vehicle weight down to 1620 kilograms (DIN kerb weight). Fast lap times are a must for the Official F1 Safety Car, otherwise the Formula-1 cars' tyres and brakes would cool down too quickly, while their engines could overheat. The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG has the best possible credentials for this demanding role in the top flight of motor racing: its 6.3-litre V8 engine has a peak output of 420 kW (571 hp) and a maximum torque of 650 Nm, enabling the gullwing model to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. Únique vehicle concept for maximum driving dynamics
DRIVING FORCE GT F1 2010 DRIVER
When radioed by Race Control, the former DTM driver and his co-driver, FIA man Pete Tibbetts (44, from the ÚK) will take to the track at the head of the field in order to guide the Formula-1 race cars safely around the circuit. The SLS AMG, piloted by Bernd Mayl nder (38, from Germany), will be on standby in the pit lane throughout the entire race.
I'm sure all Mercedes and AMG fans will be excited to see the gullwing model together with the new Mercedes GP Petronas Team at the F1 circuits,' says Volker Mornhinweg, Chief Executive Officer of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.įrom March 2010, the Official F1 Safety Car will be deployed whenever hazardous situations such as accidents or bad weather endanger normal racing. 'Together with the entire AMG Team, I am very proud that the new SLS AMG is the official F1 safety car.