The RAM 03 was an open-wheel Formula One race car, designed, developed and built by British racing team and constructor RAM, to compete in the 1985 and 1986 Formula One world championship.[1][2]

RAM 03
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorRAM Racing
Designer(s)Gustav Brunner and Sergio Rinland
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon fiber monocoque
Suspension (front)Double wishbones, pull-rod-actuated coil springs and dampers, anti-roll bar
Suspension (rear)Double wishbones, pull-rod-actuated coil springs and dampers, anti-roll bar
Wheelbase2,794 mm (110.0 in)
EngineHart 415T 1,496 cc (91.3 cu in) I4 turbocharged mid-mounted
TransmissionHewland FGA 400 5-speed manual.
Power750 hp (560 kW)
Weight550 kg (1,210 lb)
FuelShell
TyresPirelli
Competition history
Notable driversManfred Winkelhock
Philippe Alliot
Kenny Acheson
Mike Thackwell
Debut1985 Brazilian Grand Prix
RacesWinsPolesF/Laps
15000

In 1986 an updated version called 03B was introduced and was driven by New Zealander Mike Thackwell during the pre-season testing for the 1986 season held at Jacarepaguá.

Later in 1986 one of the 03 chassis was converted into a Formula 3000 car, the 04. The car contested a number of races in the 1986 Formula 3000 championship.

References

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  1. ^ "RAM • STATS F1". www.statsf1.com.
  2. ^ "1983 March Formula 1 - RAM 01-03 F1 Cosworth DFV". www.classicdriver.com.