The Zytek ZRS03 engine is a 3.4-litre normally-aspirated V8 racing engine, developed and produced by Zytek for Formula V8 3.5, a series 1st-tier division for World Series by Renault. The ZRS03's rev-limit to 9,500 rpm and produces its power output about 530 hp (395 kW) and torque about 447 N⋅m (330 ft⋅lbf). The ZRS03 was introduced on 24 August 2011.[1] The ZRS03 engine running on Elf LMS 102 RON fuel.

Zytek-Renault ZRS03
Overview
ManufacturerUnited Kingdom Renault (Zytek)
Production2012-present
Layout
ConfigurationV8 naturally-aspirated, 90° cylinder angle
Displacement3,396 cc (207 cu in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Combustion
TurbochargerNo
Fuel systemElectronic indirect multi-point injection
Fuel typeElf LMS 102 RON unleaded petrol
Output
Power output530 hp (395 kW) @ 8,500-9,250 rpm
Torque outputApprox. 447 N⋅m (330 ft⋅lbf) @ 7,250 rpm
Dimensions
Dry weight125 kg (276 lb)

Debut

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The Zytek-Renault ZRS03's race debut was at the 2012 Aragón World Series by Renault round on 5–6 May 2012. DAMS's Arthur Pic won the inaugural pole and Nick Yelloly and Robin Frijns won the first race with the ZRS03 engine.

Starting from 2012 season, the Formula Renault 3.5 Series adopted a new engine; a 3.4 litre V8 engine producing 530 BHP at 9,250 rpm, and 330 lb-ft (440 N.m.) of torque at 7,250 rpm, developed by Zytek.[2] The cars have 50 more horsepower than previous season's 3.5 litre V6 Nissan VQ35 unit; which produced 480 bhp, and had a rev limit of 8,500 rpm. and lost 15 kg (33 pounds) of weight.[3]

Applications

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References

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  1. ^ "New Formula Renault 3.5 unveiled at Silverstone". renault-sport.com. Renault Sport. 20 August 2011. Retrieved 24 August 2011.[permanent dead link]
  2. ^ "ZRS03 (3.4-litre)".
  3. ^ Joseph, Noah. "New Formula Renault 3.5 racer unveiled at Silverstone". Autoblog. Retrieved 25 June 2017.
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