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Series information 01/2013
December 2012
1. Introduction
Formula Masters China Series will be a new Formula series, aiming to develop young racers and add
another exiting element to the Chinese and Asian motorsport scene.
As Formula racing remains one of the strongest foundations for all professional race drivers, Formula
Masters China Series is specifically designed to support the development of Chinese and Asian
drivers pursuing a professional career in motorsport in either single seaters, touring- or GT cars.
The main focus is on equality within stable budgets to ensure that the best driver wins and not the
one with the best financial opportunities.
As the Scirocco R-Cup China, Audi R8 LMS Cup China, Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia and Porsche
Carrera Cup Asia are all under the umbrella of Volkswagen Group China, Formula Masters China
Series will become the obvious place to source local talent for the respective manufacturers’ series.
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2. Calendar 2013*
Date
Circuit
Main Event
Other Series
10. – 12. May (race 1 - 3)
Zhuhai International Circuit
CTCC
Scirocco R-Cup China
Porsche Carrera Cup Asia
24. – 26. May (race 4 – 6)
Shanghai International Circuit
CTCC &
Asian Le Mans Series
Scirocco R-Cup China
Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia
28. – 30. Jun (race 7 – 9)
Ordos International Circuit
CTCC
Scirocco R-Cup China
02. – 04. Aug (race 10 – 12)
Inje International Circuit
(Korea)
Asian Le Mans Series
Scirocco R-Cup China
Porsche Carrera Cup Asia
Audi R8 LMS Cup China
13. – 15. Sept (race 13 – 15)
Sepang International Circuit
(Malaysia)
Malaysian Super
Series
Scirocco R-Cup China
October 2013
Tba
Tba
Tba
* The calendar is not finally confirmed yet and therefore subject to change
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2.1 Test-Calendar 2013
Pre-season test dates*
Official season launch event
Sepang
Shanghai
December 2012:
10. – 11., 31.
January 2013:
1. – 4., 7. – 9., 14. – 16., 21. – 23.
February 2013:
11. – 12.,18. – 19.
April 2013
Zhuhai
March 2013:
18. – 22. , 25. – 28.
April 2013:
1. – 5., 8. – 11., 29. – 30.
May 2013:
1. – 2.
* All dates are provisional. Please check with the circuits for the latest updates before making arrangements.
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3. Race weekend format
Thursday
Pre event testing
Up to 120 min
Friday
Free practice
Qualifying 1
Qualifying 2
1 session x 30 min
15 minutes (grid for race 1)
15 minutes (grid for race 3)
Saturday
Race 1
Race 2
25 minutes (fastest lap grid for race 2)
15 minutes
Sunday
Race 3
25 Minutes
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4. Chinese driver development program
Within the series, there will be a driver development program reserved for Chinese drivers and
supported by Volkswagen Group China, aiming to support local motorsport offspring with their racing
career.
6+ cars will be allocated to this program and operated by a dedicated, separate team.
More details will be announced within the next weeks.
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5. Tire limitation
In order to control the budget and keep it equal and fair for all teams and drivers, all tires for both
testing- and race weekend will be closely monitored and registered.
The maximum amount of tires allowed per driver is:
Pre event testing + free practice
- 2 used sets marked in the previous event
- 2 new set of slicks
Qualifying and races
- 2 new sets of slicks
The number of wet tires is unlimited.
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6. Regulations
The regulations have been designed with particular attention to control the costs and maximize the
ability of the driver.
 Limited number of combination for front and rear springs
 Limited number of gear ratio’s
 Limited number of anti roll bars
 Engine parameter accessible to the engine tuner for back to back control of the car’s
performance
 Entry criteria:
Drivers must turn 15 in the year they compete, and must be in possession
of an international D or C license
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6. Regulations
Starting grids
Race 1:
According to qualifying 1 results
Race 2:
Best lap time achieved during race 1
Race 3:
According to qualifying 2 results
Point allocation (1 extra point for pole position)
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Race 1 & 3
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15
12
10
8
6
4
3
2
1
Race 2
12
10
8
6
4
3
2
1
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-
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7. Organization
Organization
 Single organizer for logistic
 Engine rebuilt and sealed by the organizer
 Presence of engine technician at each event
 Podium ceremony
 Press conference
 Hospitality for drivers and guests
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7. Organization
Services on track
At each event and official testing sessions the following services will be granted
 Spare parts
 Engine
 Tires
 Fuel
 Time keeping
 Technical scrutineering
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8. Sponsorship availability for teams
Car
The areas marked are reserved by the series’ organizer for series’ partners. All white areas may be
used by teams and drivers.
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8. Sponsorship availability for teams
Car
The areas marked are reserved by the series’ organizer for series’ partners. All white areas may be
used by teams and drivers.
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8. Sponsorship availability for teams
Drivers’ suit
The areas marked are reserved by the series’ organizer for series’ partners. All white areas may be
used by teams and drivers.
Title sponsor
Gold partner
Silver partner
Official supplier
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8. Sponsorship guidelines for teams
All areas not marked on the car and drivers suit may be used by teams and drivers for their
individual partners. All teams and drivers have to follow the guidelines regarding the respective
partners’ & sponsors’ branding on their cars.
1.
Team sponsors must not be related to one of the following areas:
- Tobacco and tobacco products
- Pornography
- Politics
- Religion
2.
Team/drivers’ sponsors who are related to one of the following areas have to be approved by the series’
organizer:
- Alcohol
- Contraceptives
- Gambling
- Automobile manufacturer
3.
Team/drivers’ sponsors from the same industry/area as general series partners like e.g. lubricants or tires
have to be approved by the series organizer.
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9. Technical specification engine
Formula EVO 2.0 - Engine specification
Manufacturer:
Volkswagen
Construction Type :
Four-cylinder in-line engine with cross flow cylinder-head,
16 valves and double head overhead cramshaft
Base engine:
2.0 TFSI
Bore:
82,5 mm
Stroke/lift:
92,8 mm
Capacity:
1983 ccm
Compression:
11:5
Power:
132 kW/180 PS
Max. torque:
200 Nm at 6.000 U/min
Mixture control:
Electronic controlled Bosch- direct fuel injectiom (MS 4.0)
with knock control
Lubrication:
Dry sump
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9. Technical specification engine
Formula EVO 2.0 - Power curve
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10. Technical specification chassis
Chassis

TATUUS FA010 monocoque carbon composite FIA F.3 homologated
Safety features

Carbon composite front crashbox FIA F.3 homologated

Steering column FIA F.3 homologated

Roll-hoop FIA F.3 homologated

CORTEX wheel tethers FIA homologated,

OMP, six-point safety harnesses, hans predisposed

OMP electrically operated fire extinguisher

Extractable seat, FIA rules

PREMIER, FIA FT3 fuel cell ethanol compatible, 45 lt volume
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10. Technical specification chassis
Bodywork:
Front wing with mainplane and adjustable flap
Rear wing with three aero profiles, adjustable
Instrumentation:
AIM steering wheel display
Gearbox:
SADEV, sequential six-speed gearbox - LSD differential
Front suspension:
Double wishbone with pushrods - monoshock layout
Rear suspension:
Double wishbone with pushrods - Twin shock layout
Shock absorbers:
ORAM, bump and rebound adjustable
Springs:
EIBACH 36mm x 100mm
Brakes:
4 pistons calipers, cast iron ventilated discs, DIXCEL brake pads
Wheels:
ATS font 9x13”, rear 10,5x13” centre bolt aluminium
Tires:
Front 180/550R13, rear 240/570R13
Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 2650 mm
Front track: 1490 mm, rear track: 1455 mm
Weight:
540 kg with driver
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11. Lease fee 2013
Series entry fee package: 60,000 Euro
Included
Equipment

Lease of Formula Masters China Series car
including redeem option

Set up kit: 3 springs, 2 ratios, 1 antiroll bar allowed
by regulation (extra the first installation on the car)

Entry and registration fee for all 6 events

2 set of spare rims

18 sets of slicks and 1 set of wet tires

Complete tool box in sharing base

Transportation of cars and equipment

Set up tools in sharing base

4 hospitality tickets per event

Weighing scale in sharing base

Car air lifter

Car stands

Tires rack

Pit garage set up

Decorative backdrop

Tables and chairs
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11. Lease fee 2013
Series entry fee package: 60,000 Euro
Not included in the entry fee
Payment schedule

Team service fee

Engine lease fee 5,000 Euro

Entry deposit of 5,000 Euro
(refundable if all races are attended)
1st instalment
15.000 Euro
15. April
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Fuel
2nd instalment
10.000 Euro
15. May

Travel expenses for the team
3rd instalment
10.000 Euro
15. June

Damage to the car and engine
4th instalment
10.000 Euro
15. July

Tires for official test days
5th instalment
10.000 Euro
15. August

On track insurance
6th instalment
5.000 Euro

Entry to race out of the announced
race calendar
Engine lease fee and entry deposit of 10.000 Euro upon
delivery of the car before winter testing.
15. September
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12. Contact
For any inquiries please contact:
Matthijs Hoitink
Series Coordinator Formula Masters China Series
Mobile: +60 122 585 740
E-mail: matthijs@formulamasterschina.com
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