The Ligier JS F3 is an open-wheel formula race car, designed, developed and produced by French manufacturer Ligier, in collaboration with Onroak Automotive, specifically built to FIA Formula 3 regulations, since 2018. It is used in the Formula Regional Americas Championship, and is powered by a 303 hp (226 kW) Honda K20C turbocharged four-cylinder. A modified version, known as the JS F3-S5000, is used in the Australian S5000 Championship, and is powered by a Ford Coyote naturally-aspirated V8 engine, producing 560 hp (420 kW).[3][4]

Ligier JS F3[1]
Ligier JS F3-S5000[2]
CategoryFormula Three
S5000
ConstructorLigier
Onroak Automotive
Designer(s)Nicolas Clémençon
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon fiber monocoque
SuspensionDouble wishbones, push-rod actuated coil springs over shock absorbers, anti-roll bars
Length4,895.5–4,900 mm (192.74–192.91 in)
Width1,850–1,950 mm (73–77 in)
Wheelbase2,920–3,000 mm (115–118 in)
EngineMid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 2.0 L (122.0 cu in), Honda K20C, DOHC I4, turbocharged
Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, Ford Coyote, DOHC V8, naturally-aspirated
Transmission6-speed sequential semi-automatic
Power303–560 hp (226–418 kW)
Weight650 kg (1,430 lb)
BrakesDisc brakes
TyresHankook (FR Americas)
Hoosier (Australian S5000)
Competition history
Debut2019 Barber F3 Americas round

References edit

  1. ^ "Ligier JS F3". Ligier Automotive.
  2. ^ "Ligier JS F3-S5000 Ford – primotipo…".
  3. ^ "2021 Ligier JS F3".
  4. ^ "Ligier JS F3". Driving your dream.