McLaren Unveils 2019 MCL34

Front view – More photos below

McLaren Racing today presented its first all-new Formula 1 driver line-up in 12 years, as Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris watched 34 of their McLaren team-mates unveil the MCL34, the team’s 2019 race car, ahead of pre-season testing next week.

This year, Sainz (24) begins his fifth Formula 1 campaign, while Norris (19) embarks on his debut season, as McLaren continues its performance recovery program throughout 2019.

The concept and design process of the 2019 McLaren MCL34, powered by the Renault E-Tech 19 engine, focuses on laying the foundations for development of the car throughout the season.

The MCL34 livery continues to sport the iconic McLaren papaya orange, echoing the color chosen by Bruce McLaren for the team’s first Formula 1 Grand Prix entry in 1966. This year’s scheme is a progression from 2018, featuring a complementary blue that nods to the team’s broader racing heritage.

Over a productive commercial pre-season, the team has continued to strengthen its partner portfolio, with the addition of three new brands forming a 30-strong roster.

The MCL34 will make its on-track debut during pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain (18-21 February & 26 February – 1 March). Carlos and Lando will share the driving duties across both tests.

Carlos Sainz #55

“I’m really looking forward to the tests and excited to finally go racing in McLaren colors. I know everyone at the factory has been working very hard over the winter to prepare ourselves for this year, and I think the team has done a fantastic job with the livery of the MCL34.

“I’ve been especially focused on my preparations this winter. New training routines, new diet, very specific simulator sessions, and extra time with the engineers to develop and align certain aspects of the car to my preferences. The factory has become my second home since I moved back to the UK and everyone in the team is moving in the same direction. We know the big task ahead of us and we first need to evaluate where we are after the tests. From there onwards, I can’t wait to start racing and keep pushing forward together."

Lando Norris #4, commented:

“Next stop, Barcelona! Seriously, I can’t wait to get behind the wheel in testing. I’ve been working hard over the winter preparing for my step up to F1. I’ve spent a lot of time with the team in the factory too, learning as much as I can to get ready for the 2019 season.

“It’s been my dream to get to Formula 1 since I was a kid. I gained useful experience behind the wheel during practice sessions in 2018, and now I’m really looking forward to making my race debut with McLaren. The MCL34 looks great and now I just want to drive it."

Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing, commented:

“The MCL34 is the result of an immense amount of hard work and dedication throughout our team. We’re all committed, motivated and united in our ambition to return McLaren to competitiveness, and the MCL34 is only the start of this process.

“We have a fresh driver pairing, who together represent the new generation of Formula 1 talent, and are an integral part of the team and our collective effort to advance McLaren forward.

“The McLaren family is not only our people and our drivers, but also our superb partners and wonderful fans. We have a strong community of partners which continues to grow, and an incredible fanbase, who have all remained loyal and supportive throughout our highs and lows, and I’d like to thank them as we head into the 2019 season.

“As ever, we move fearlessly forward."

McLAREN MCL34 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

CHASSIS

	Monocoque	Carbon-fiber composite, incorporating driver controls and fuel cell
	Safety structures	Cockpit survival cell incorporating impact resistant construction and anti-penetration panels, front impact structure, prescribed side impact structures, integrated rear impact structure, front and rear roll structures, Halo secondary roll structure
	Bodywork	Carbon-fiber composite, including engine cover, sidepods, floor, nose, front wing and rear wing with driver-operated drag reduction system
	Front suspension	Carbon-fiber wishbone and pushrod suspension elements operating inboard torsion bar and damper system
	Rear suspension	Carbon-fiber wishbone and pullrod suspension elements operating inboard torsion bar and damper system
	Weight	Overall vehicle weight 743kg (including driver, excluding fuel)
		Weight distribution between 45.4% and 46.4%
	Electronics	McLaren Applied Technologies. Including chassis control, power unit control, data acquisition, sensors, data analysis and telemetry
	Instruments	McLaren Applied Technologies dashboard
	Brake system	Akebono brake calipers and master cylinders
		Akebono ‘brake by wire’ rear brake control system
		Carbon discs and pads
	Steering	Power-assisted rack and pinion
	Tires	Pirelli P Zero
	Race wheels	Enkei
	Garage radio	Kenwood
	Paint	AkzoNobel Car Refinishes system using Sikkens products
	Cooling systems	Calsonic Kansei water and oil cooling
	Advanced manufacturing	Stratasys 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Mazak Advanced Technology Solutions

POWER UNIT

	Power unit type	Renault E-Tech 19
	Minimum weight	145 kg
	Primary PU components	Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
		Motor Generator Unit – Kinetic (MGU-K)
		Motor Generator Unit – Heat (MGU-H)
		Energy Store (ES)
		Turbocharger
		Control Electronics

INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

	Capacity	1.6 liters
	Cylinders	Six
	Bank angle	90 degree vee angle
	No of valves	24
	Max speed	15,000 rpm
	Max fuel flow rate	100 kg/hour (above 10,500 rpm)
	Fuel consumption	110 kg ‘lights to flag’ regulated fuel capacity limit
	Fuel injection	Direct injection, single injector per cylinder, 500 bar max
	Pressure charging	Single-stage compressor and exhaust turbine, common shaft

ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM

	Architecture	Integrated Hybrid energy recovery via Motor Generator Units
		Crankshaft coupled electrical MGU-K
		Turbocharger coupled electrical MGU-H
	Energy store	Lithium-Ion battery, between 20 and 25 kg
		Maximum energy storage, 4 MJ per lap
	MGU-K	Maximum speed, 50,000 rpm
		Maximum power, 120 kW
		Maximum energy recovery, 2 MJ per lap
		Maximum energy deployment, 4 MJ per lap
	MGU-H	Maximum speed >100,000 rpm
		Maximum power, unlimited
		Maximum energy recovery, unlimited
		Maximum energy deployment, unlimited

TRANSMISSION

	Gearbox	Carbon-fiber composite main case, longitudinally mounted
	Gear ratios	Eight forward and one reverse
	Gear selection	Electro-hydraulically operated seamless shift
	Differential	Epicyclic differential with multi-plate limited slip clutch
	Clutch	Electro-hydraulically operated, carbon multi-plate