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Peugeot 208 Type R5 Special to the Rally


Peugeot Sport re-open a new chapter in the world rely to bring Type R5 208. Previous Peugeot had fluttered down with Marcus Gronholm currently using 207. Up to now, 207 is still dominated by the Super 2000 rally scene and won six titles International Rally Challenge.
The concept is used 208 times is different and will focus on Group A. Specifications cars, motion all-wheel drive, sequential gearbox, with no central differential and suspension with long strides.
To be entered in the category of R5, must originate from the bulk product by the number of production 25,000 units. Specifications are also the same as the version of the new highway in accordance FIA ​​regulations 2013. Duni motorsport organization that gives maximum price benchmark class is R5 180 000 euros, or about USD 2.23 billion. includes taxes.
"Specification R5 made with a more affordable cost optimization. For that we assemble the components that have been adapted but the quality is still the best. Includes material for the chassis and engine," said Bertrand Vallat, Peugeot Sport Technical Manager and Project Leader Type R5 208.
Turbo EnginesSince the first class, many changes were made to the engine of made in bulk, ie 1.6-liter capacity EP6CD dlengkapi with turbo (EP6CDT). With it, gained more power, which is 280 rpm and a torque of 400 PS@6.000 Nm@2.500 rpm.
Used to move the 5-speed manual transmission with a 5-speed sequential control. "We've done over 5,000 km endurance test including resetting all components," commentator Vallat.
The weight is also considered to be more flexible maneuver. Now 40 pounds lighter than its predecessor 20, but adapted to the minimum weight of the FIA, 1,200 kg. Moreover, installing suspension Pseudo MacPherson front suspension that makinoptimal stability.
Officially Type R5 208 will go down in the rally championship 2013 and the Intercontinental Rally Challenge is targeted, the European Rally Championship and the National Championship.

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