The Ligier JS53 is a sports prototype race car, designed, developed and built by Ligier, in collaboration with Onroak Automotive, conforming to FIA Group CN regulations to compete in sports car racing and hillclimb events since 2012.[2][3][4]

Ligier JS53
CategoryCN
ConstructorLigier
Designer(s)Nicolas Clémençon
Technical specifications[1]
ChassisCarbon-fiber monocoque covered in pre-peg fiberglass HP composite body panels
Suspension (front)Double wishbones, pushrod with mono-shock absorber system, and torsion-bar springs, anti-roll bar
Suspension (rear)Double wishbones, pushrod with mono-shock absorber system and coils springs, anti-roll bar
Length4,620 mm (182 in)
Width1,800 mm (71 in)
Wheelbase2,650 mm (104 in)
EngineHonda K20A or Peugeot 1.6–2.0 L (98–122 cu in) DOHC inline-4 engine naturally-aspirated, longitudinally mounted in a mid-engined, rear-wheel drive layout
TransmissionSADEV 6-speed semi-automatic sequential gearbox
Power255 hp (190 kW)
Weight570 kg (1,257 lb) including driver
FuelVarious unleaded control fuel
LubricantsVarious
BrakesBrembo ventilated carbon brake discs, 6-piston calipers, and pads
TyresVarious
Competition history
Debut2012

References

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  1. ^ "Ligier JS 53 - Ligier Automotive". Retrieved 6 December 2022.
  2. ^ "Ligier JS 53 EVO 2". Driving your dream.
  3. ^ "Ligier JS 53 Evo 2 - CN". racecarsdirect.com.
  4. ^ "Ligier JS53 Evo 2012". GTPlanet.