Article 6D

Fuel system components not listed as OSC or SSC or LTC

Technical Regulations

Article 6D

FIA Source

Fuel system components not listed as OSC or SSC or LTC

Chapter: C6.2, C6.3, C6.5, C6.6

In Simple Terms

The fuel bladder is a flexible container inside the fuel tank that holds the gasoline. It's a standard part that all F1 teams must use, and it's not classified as a special component that needs specific approval, meaning teams follow the basic fuel system rules for this part.

  • The fuel bladder is the flexible bag inside the fuel tank that actually contains and stores the fuel
  • It's a regulated component but doesn't require special certification like OSC or SSC parts do
  • All teams must follow standard fuel system regulations regarding its construction and safety
  • Damage or leaks to the fuel bladder can result in technical violations during races
Official FIA Text

Fuel bladder

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