Article C13.3.2
Secondary Roll Structure attachments
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Article C13.3.2
Secondary Roll Structure attachments
Chapter: C13
In Simple Terms
F1 cars must have a Secondary Roll Structure (an extra safety cage), and it undergoes two rigorous static tests. Engineers apply maximum force to the structure in under three minutes and hold it steady for five seconds to ensure nothing breaks or fails.
- A Secondary Roll Structure must be fitted to every F1 car
- The structure is tested twice using static load tests
- Peak loads must be applied within three minutes and held for five seconds
- No failure of the Survival Cell or attachments is permitted after testing
Official FIA Text
The Secondary Roll Structure attachments must be subjected to two static tests. A Secondary Roll Structure must be fitted. Peak loads must be applied in less than three minutes and be maintained for five seconds. After application, there must be no failure of any part of the Survival Cell or attachment.
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