F1 Engine Charging Systems – Radial and Axial Compressors

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Mercedes PU106A Hybrid Power Unit

Engine layout: 1.6 litre, 90°, turbocharged V6

The Mercedes-Benz PU106A HYBRID powered four Formula 1 teams for the 2014 season.

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Lotus L9

1.5 litre compound charged V6 Formula 1 racing engine

The L9 charging system consisted of two turbochargers (fixed or variable geometry) connected in series after an Axial Flow Compressor.

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  1. Hi there Mr. Fortin. Thank you for taking an interest in my blog. I’d like to help you with that, but unfortunately that’s something you’ll want to contact the manufacturer’s service center about. We don’t handle replacement parts, but they should be able to help you out.