Reynard 89D

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Reynard 89D
CategoryFormula 3000
ConstructorReynard Motorsport
PredecessorReynard 88D
SuccessorReynard 90D
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon fiber composite monocoque
Suspension (front)Wishbone, coil springs, rocker arms, push-rod
Suspension (rear)Wishbone, coil springs, rocker arms, push-rod
Axle trackFront: 1,684 mm (66.3 in)
Rear: 1,564 mm (61.6 in)
Wheelbase2,828 mm (111.3 in)
EngineMid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 3.0 L (183.1 cu in), Ford-Cosworth, 90° V8, NA
Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 3.0 L (183.1 cu in), Mugen MF308, 90° V8, NA
Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 3.0 L (183.1 cu in), Judd, 90° V8, NA
TransmissionReynard/Hewland 5-speed manual
Power450 hp (336 kW)
Weight540 kg (1,190 lb)
TyresAvon
Competition history
DebutSilverstone 1989

The Reynard 89D is a Formula 3000 car, designed and developed by Malcolm Oastler, and constructed and built by Reynard Motorsport, for the 1989 International Formula 3000 Championship.

Racing history[edit]

The 89D used one of three different 3.0 L (180 cu in) V8 engines; a Mugen, a Ford-Cosworth, or a Judd.[1][2][3]

The model participated in the 1989 season. Thomas Danielsson won the model's debut race at Silverstone, and Jean Alesi became the champion of the series, also driving the 89D.[4]

A modified version of the 89D model, dubbed the 89M, was also constructed. The car was equipped with a Mugen 3.5-liter V8 engine and Formula 1 wheels and served as a test platform for Bridgestone.[5]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Reynard 89D-Mugen". Retrieved 15 June 2022.
  2. ^ "Reynard 89D-Cosworth". Retrieved 15 June 2022.
  3. ^ "Reynard 89D-Judd". Retrieved 15 May 2022.
  4. ^ "1989 FIA International F3000 Championship | Motorsport Database". Motorsport Database - Motor Sport Magazine.
  5. ^ "6th Gear - Years in Gear - Grand Prix cars that never raced". 8w.forix.com.