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The event record lists Best Cost and Best Asian Team, while the founding account also reports a Best Endeavour Award. 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It was the first student-built vehicle with a carbon-fibre-reinforced steel frame and secured the Best Asian Entry Award at Formula SAE Australasia.", "specs": { "weight": "300 kg", "power": "70 HP", "acceleration": "4.21s", "accelerationLabel": "0-75 km/h", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 g", "fuelEconomy": "6 km/L" }, "achievements": [ "Best Asian Entry Award - Formula SAE Australasia", "8th Place - Cost Event (Formula SAE Australasia)", "20th Overall - Formula SAE Australasia" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe, arc welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness", "Carbon-fibre-reinforced steel frame" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR6, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and hubs", "In-house mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard Hunter dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled with a Dana radiator", "Silicone radiator-routing bends" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with the engine", "6-speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom pedal box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "In-house custom rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Hoosier slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ] }, "eventResults": [ { "event": "Formula SAE Australasia - Overall rank", "result": "20th" }, { "event": "Formula SAE Australasia - Cost Event", "result": "8th" }, { "event": "Formula SAE Australasia - Best Asian Entry Award", "result": "Awarded" } ] }, "2007": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/10.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/11.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/13.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/14.webp", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/16.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/17.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/19.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/20.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/21.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/22.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/23.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/3.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-07-C/5.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZ07 Combustion - Third generation prototype", "RZ07 Combustion ? 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In 2007, the team also received Rotary International's Young Achiever Award for creating a robust industry-institute partnership platform.", "specs": { "weight": "280 kg", "power": "73 HP", "acceleration": "4.05s", "accelerationLabel": "0-75 km/h", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 g", "fuelEconomy": "6.5 km/L", "powerToWeight": "0.11" }, "achievements": [ "Formula Student Germany - Ashwa Racing's first European event", "Young Achiever Award - Rotary International (2007)" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe, TIG welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler", "Chain drive" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled with a Dana radiator", "Silicone radiator-routing bends" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with the engine", "6-speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom pedal box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "In-house custom rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ] } }, "2008": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/3.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/4.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/7.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/10.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-08-C/13.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZ08 Combustion - Fourth generation prototype", "Combined design benchmarks from the 2005-2007 prototypes", "Participated at Formula Student Germany", "Strengthened partner, supplier, and vendor relations" ], "desc": "Ashwa Racing's 2008 prototype, RZ08, brought together design benchmarks from the 2005-2007 prototypes and competed at Formula Student Germany. The team also worked to strengthen relationships with its partners, suppliers, and vendors.", "specs": { "weight": "260 kg", "power": "73 HP", "acceleration": "3.90s", "accelerationLabel": "0-75 km/h", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 g", "fuelEconomy": "6.5 km/L", "powerToWeight": "0.127" }, "achievements": [ "Participated at Formula Student Germany" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe, TIG welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR6, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled with a Dana radiator", "Silicone radiator-routing bends" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with the engine", "6-speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom pedal box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "In-house custom rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ] } }, "2009": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-09-C/EVENT/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-09-C/EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-09-C/EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-09-C/EVENT/8.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZ09 Combustion - Fifth generation prototype", "Participated at Formula Student Italy 2009", "Refined intake RAM system with K&N air filter", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead integration", "Weight: 255 kg" ], "desc": "The 2009 RZ09 combustion prototype participated at Formula Student Italy. It featured a Honda CBR 600 cc engine, a 255 kg spaceframe chassis, and an in-house designed intake and exhaust system.", "specs": { "weight": "255 kg", "power": "70 HP", "acceleration": "3.89s", "accelerationLabel": "0-75 km/h", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 G", "fuelEconomy": "7 km/L", "powerToWeight": "0.124" }, "achievements": [ "Participated at Formula Student Italy 2009" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe, TIG welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler", "Chain drive" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Fuel system": [ "Fuel injection with multiport injection", "Custom fuel rail", "8 litre fuel tank" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with the engine", "6-speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom pedal box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "In-house custom rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ] } }, "2010": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/3.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/4.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/7.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X-C/8.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX - Sixth generation combustion prototype", "RZ10 - rollout of Ashwa Racing's newly branded RZX range", "Chromoly 4130 TIG-welded spaceframe chassis", "Revamped driver ergonomics and cockpit design", "Focus on an economically self-sufficient business model", "Refined in-house intake, exhaust and vehicle systems" ], "desc": "The 2010 RZX marked the rollout of Ashwa Racing's newly branded range of prototypes. It brought together the design of its predecessors, with a focus on revised ergonomics and an economically self-sufficient business model.", "specs": { "weight": "250 kg", "power": "75 HP", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 g", "fuelEconomy": "7.5 km/L", "powerToWeight": "0.136" }, "achievements": [ "Formula Student Italy Campaign", "First Chromoly 4130 spaceframe chassis in combustion lineage", "Highest power output in combustion lineage till 2010 (75 HP)" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Chromoly 4130 spaceframe, TIG welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR6, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler", "Chain drive" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled with a Dana radiator", "Silicone radiator-routing bends" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with the engine", "6-speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom pedal box", "Tilton 75 master cylinder with adjustable bias", "Self-offset rotors made of 1040 steel" ], "Steering": [ "In-house custom rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release" ], "Fuel system": [ "Fuel injection with multiport injection", "Custom fuel rail", "8 litre fuel tank" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ], "Driver apparel": [ "SFI-approved G-FORCE suit, arm restraints, shoes and helmet" ] } }, "2011": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X1-C/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X1-C/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X1-C/8.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX1 - Seventh generation prototype", "RZX1 - continued design development from its predecessor", "Chromoly 4130 TIG-welded chassis", "Honda CBR6 600 cc engine with butterfly-valve throttle actuation", "Torsen limited-slip differential and #520 chain drive", "Pneumatically actuated paddle-shift gear changes" ], "desc": "The 2011 combustion prototype, RZX1, continued the design direction established by its predecessor and competed at Formula Student Italy.", "specs": { "weight": "280 kg", "power": "70 HP", "topSpeed": "120 km/h", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 G", "fuelEconomy": "7 km/L", "powerToWeight": "178.5 BHP/tonne" }, "achievements": [ "Participated at Formula Student Italy" ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Chromoly 4130 spaceframe, TIG welded and powder coated", "Aluminium honeycomb bulkhead", "FRP body panels", "Custom seat based on driver ergonomics", "FIA-approved 5-point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR6, 600 cc, DOHC, four valves per cylinder", "In-house RAM intake with K&N air filter", "In-house 4-2-1 exhaust and stainless steel muffler", "Butterfly-valve throttle actuation" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wishbone, arc-welded suspension", "In-house aluminium uprights and mild steel hubs", "Outboard rod ends and push rods", "Front and rear aluminium bell cranks", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers and custom-made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled with a Dana radiator and thermostatically controlled electric fan" ], "Driveline and gearshift": [ "Torsen limited-slip differential, 3:1 bias ratio", "#520 chain", "Pneumatically actuated paddle shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front and rear Wilwood PS-1 calipers (1.15-inch / 1-inch)", "Custom pedal frame", "Tilton 75 master cylinder with adjustable bias", "Self-offset rotors made of 1040 steel" ], "Steering": [ "Custom rack and pinion", "Steering wheel with FIA quick release", "Static Ackermann: 113.04%" ], "Tyres": [ "BBS 13-inch rims", "Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M800 reprogrammable ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash" ], "Fuel system": [ "Fuel injection with multiport injection", "Custom fuel rail", "8 litre fuel tank" ], "Driver apparel": [ "SFI-approved G-FORCE suit, arm restraints, shoes and helmet" ], "Additional listed specifications": [ "Detailed specifications list power as 75 HP (general specifications list 70 HP)", "Detailed specifications list fuel economy as 7.5 km/L (general specifications list 7 km/L)" ] } }, "2012": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X2-C/1.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX2 - Eighth generation prototype", "Completed technical inspection in 17 minutes (fastest at event)", "Refined ergonomics and systems integration", "MOTEC M800 ECU retained" ], "desc": "The 2012 combustion prototype, RZX2, continued the design direction of its predecessor and competed at Formula Student Italy. 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Hubs", "Outboard rod ends", "Push rods", "Aluminium bell cranks -rear and front", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers", "Custom made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled mode", "Dana radiator", "Silicon bends for radiator routing" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with Engine", "6 speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Rear Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Custom Pedal Box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "Custom Rack -pinion in house design", "Steering wheel with FIA-Quick release" ], "Fuel system": [ "Fuel injection", "Multiport injection", "Custom fuel rail", "8 litre fuel tank" ], "Tyres": [ "Keizer 4L 13-inch rims with zero offset", "Continental slick tires" ], "Electrical power/control systems": [ "Power distribution: MOSFET (75A)", "Wiring: 20, 18, and 10 AWG multi-strand wires" ] } }, "2016": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/PRE-EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/PRE-EVENT/4.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/PRE-EVENT/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/PRE-EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/EVENT/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X6-C/EVENT/7.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX6 — Eleventh generation combustion prototype", "6th Place in Design Event", "Improved power-to-weight ratio", "Refined suspension and drivetrain package", "Enhanced cooling and ECU integration" ], "desc": "RZX6 represented a major performance jump in the combustion platform. With a lighter 250 kg chassis and a strong 6th place Design finish, the 2016 prototype reflected improved systems integration and competitive engineering maturity.", "specs": { "weight": "250 kg", "power": "73 HP", "topSpeed": "110 kmph", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 G", "powerToWeight": "212.85 BHP/tonne" }, "achievements": [ "22nd Overall - Formula Student Czech 2016 (235 pts)" ], "badge": "DESIGN TOP 10", "eventResults": [ { "event": "Formula Student Czech - Overall rank", "result": "22" }, { "event": "Formula Student Czech - Total points", "result": "235" }, { "event": "Formula Student Czech - Business event points", "result": "58" }, { "event": "Formula Student Czech - Cost event points", "result": "77" }, { "event": "Formula Student Czech - Design event points", "result": "100" } ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe", "TIG welded", "Powder coated lacquer", "FRP panels", "Custom made seat based on customer ergonomics", "FIA approved 6 point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR-600 Engine Displacement : 599 cc", "DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder", "In house designed Intake", "In house designed Exhaust" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wish bone TIG welded", "Custom inhouse design - Aluminium Uprights", "Custom inhouse design - Hubs", "Outboard rod ends", "Push rods", "Aluminium bell cranks -rear and front", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers", "Custom made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled - Dana radiator with thermostatic electric controlled fan", "Dry sump" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with Engine", "6 speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Rear Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Custom Pedal Box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "Custom Rack -pinion in house design", "Steering wheel with FIA-Quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "Keizer 13 inch rims", "Continental C-13 slick tires" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M 800 Reprogrammable ECU" ] } }, "2017": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/3.webp", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/4.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/EVENT/9.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/POST-EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/POST-EVENT/3.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/POST-EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X7-C/POST-EVENT/7.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX7 — Twelfth generation combustion prototype", "Weight reduced to 230 kg", "Significant acceleration improvement (0–75 in 3.90s)", "Top speed increased to 120 kmph", "Refined intake and exhaust system" ], "desc": "RZX7 marked a strong performance year for the combustion platform with improved acceleration, lighter chassis architecture and enhanced drivetrain efficiency. Competing at both Formula Italy and Formula Bharat, the team demonstrated international competitiveness.", "specs": { "weight": "230 kg", "power": "73 HP", "acceleration": "3.90s", "topSpeed": "120 kmph", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 G", "fuelEconomy": "7 km/L", "powerToWeight": "212.85 BHP/tonne" }, "achievements": [ "25th Overall - Formula Student Italy 2017 (262.09 pts)", "11th Overall - Formula Bharat 2017 (224.20 pts)" ], "badge": "PERFORMANCE UPGRADE", "eventResults": [ { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Overall rank", "result": "25" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Total points", "result": "262.09" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Acceleration time", "result": "5.800 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Acceleration points", "result": "4.50" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Autocross time", "result": "72.685 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Autocross points", "result": "31.140" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Endurance points", "result": "21.000" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Skidpad time", "result": "6.550 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Skidpad points", "result": "3.500" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Business event points", "result": "42.857" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Cost event points", "result": "69.1" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Design event points", "result": "90.0" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Overall rank", "result": "11" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Total points", "result": "224.20" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Business event points", "result": "59.34" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Cost event points", "result": "64.86" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Design event points", "result": "95" } ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe", "TIG welded", "Powder coated lacquer", "FRP panels", "Custom made seat based on customer ergonomics", "FIA approved 6 point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Suzuki GSX-R600 Engine Displacement : 599 cc", "DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder", "In house designed Intake", "In house designed Exhaust", "Yoshimura Muffler" ], "Suspension": [ "Double wish bone TIG welded", "Custom inhouse design - Aluminium Uprights", "Custom inhouse design - Hubs", "Outboard rod ends", "Push rods", "Aluminium bell cranks -rear and front", "Outboard ZF Sachs adjustable dampers", "Custom made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled - Dana radiator with thermostatic electric controlled fan", "Dry sump" ], "Gearbox": [ "Integrated with Engine", "6 speed sequential gear shift" ], "Brakes": [ "Front Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Rear Dual Piston Willwood calliper", "Custom Pedal Box", "Master cylinder with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "Custom Rack -pinion in house design", "Steering wheel with FIA-Quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "Keizer 13 inch rims", "Continental C-13 slick tires" ], "Electrical and electronics": [ "MOTEC M 800 Reprogrammable ECU", "custom made light interactive dash" ] } }, "2018": { "images": [ "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/EVENT/8.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/1.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/2.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/4.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/5.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/6.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/7.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/8.jpg", "https://assets.ashwaracing.org/cdn-cgi/image/height=1740,format=avif/images/prototypes/RZ-X8-C/PRE-EVENT/10.jpg" ], "changes": [ "RZX8C — Thirteenth generation combustion prototype", "Fastest student combustion car in India (season highlight)", "Improved dynamic event scoring", "Strong Bharat overall finish (8th)", "Refined chassis and powertrain integration" ], "desc": "RZX8C strengthened Ashwa Racing's combustion platform with consistent power output and improved event performance. The car secured a Top 10 overall finish at Formula Bharat and was recognized as one of the fastest combustion student cars in India that season.", "specs": { "weight": "260 kg", "power": "73 HP", "acceleration": "3.90s", "topSpeed": "120 kmph", "lateralAcceleration": "1.4 G", "fuelEconomy": "7 km/L", "powerToWeight": "212.85 BHP/tonne" }, "achievements": [ "Fastest Combustion Acceleration in India — 4.259s (Formula Bharat 2018)", "8th Place Overall — Formula Bharat 2018 (402.10 pts)", "Formula Student Italy 2018 Campaign" ], "badge": "TOP 10 OVERALL", "eventResults": [ { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Overall rank", "result": "40" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Total points", "result": "101.370" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Acceleration time", "result": "4.780 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Acceleration points", "result": "34.728" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Autocross time", "result": "69.398 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Autocross points", "result": "23.597" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Endurance points", "result": "7.000" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Skidpad time", "result": "8.230 s" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Skidpad points", "result": "3.500" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Business event points", "result": "42.424" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Cost event points", "result": "89.100" }, { "event": "Formula Student Italy - Design event points", "result": "51.020" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Overall rank", "result": "8" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Total points", "result": "402.10" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Acceleration time", "result": "4.259 s" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Acceleration points", "result": "75" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Autocross time", "result": "65.574 s" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Autocross points", "result": "26.72" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Skidpad time", "result": "7.014 s" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Skidpad points", "result": "35.88" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - Business event points", "result": "73.50" }, { "event": "Formula Bharat - 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The overview lists 1st in Electric Acceleration, while the detailed event results list 2nd. 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The team placed 1st in Project Management with a perfect 150/150 and 2nd in Design Presentation with 184.62/200.", "specs": { "weight": "300 kg", "power": "73 HP", "topSpeed": "100 km/h", "fuelEconomy": "6.5 km/L", "powerToWeight": "0.11" }, "achievements": [ "3rd Place Overall - Formula Hybrid 2019", "1st Place - Project Management (150/150)", "2nd Place - Design Presentation (184.62/200)" ], "badge": "PROJECT MANAGEMENT MASTERCLASS", "eventResults": [ { "event": "Formula Hybrid 2019 - Overall", "result": "3rd Place" }, { "event": "Formula Hybrid 2019 - Design Event", "result": "2nd Place (184.62/200)" }, { "event": "Formula Hybrid 2019 - Project Management", "result": "1st Place (150/150)" } ], "technicalDetails": { "Chassis and bodywork": [ "Mild steel spaceframe", "TIG welded", "Powder coated lacquer", "Aluminium honeycomb impact attenuator", "FRP panels", "Custom made seat based on driver ergonomics", "SFI approved 5 point harness" ], "Engine": [ "Honda CBR 250 R, 250 cc, 19 kW @ 8,500 rpm", "DOHC with 4 valves", "Custom electronic throttle body" ], "Suspension": [ "Unequal length double wishbone", "Aluminium uprights and hubs", "Front pull rod and rear push rod suspension", "Aluminium bell crank", "Adjustable dampers", "Adjustable toe characteristics", "Custom made springs" ], "Cooling": [ "Water cooled", "Dana radiator", "Silicon bends for radiator routing" ], "Gearbox and driveline": [ "Torsen LSD differential", "Sequential manual gearbox", "Eccentric disc tensioner", "Compound chain drive" ], "Brakes": [ "Floating stainless steel rotors", "Dual-piston Wilwood calipers", "Custom aluminium pedal frame", "Dual Wilwood master cylinders with adjustable bias" ], "Steering": [ "Custom in-house rack-and-pinion design", "Steering wheel with quick release" ], "Tyres": [ "Keizer 4L 13-inch rims with zero offset", "R-13 Continental slick tyres" ], "Electrical and hybrid systems": [ "Stock ECU", "Custom light-interactive dash", "Liyuan batteries - 3,949 Wh", "Driver motor: Saietta Agni 119R, 15.8 kW @ 2,850 rpm", "Generator: Saietta Agni 119R", "Electronic throttle control", "Modular accumulator container" ] } }, "2020": { "images": [ "assets/images/prototypes/RZ-XX-HY/IMG_4019.JPG" ], "changes": [ "RZ-XXH - Sixth generation hybrid prototype", "1st Overall - Formula Hybrid 2020", "1st in Project Management (150/150)", "3rd in Design Presentation (164/200)", "Modular accumulator container and electronic throttle control" ], "desc": "The RZ-XXH hybrid prototype competed in Formula Hybrid 2020, held online because of the COVID-19 pandemic. 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A fully student built pod prototype developed for Hyperloop week at ETH Zurich.", "specs": {}, "achievements": [ "Finalist at European Hyperloop Week 2023 (ETH Zurich, Switzerland)", "First Student Hyperloop Pod Prototype from Karnataka" ] } } } }