Article C3.16.17
R-Scoop Outlet Aperture
Technical Regulations
Article C3.16.17
R-Scoop Outlet Aperture
Chapter: C3
In Simple Terms
The rear scoop's outlet opening (where air exits) must be no larger than 10,000mm² and positioned in a specific location on the car - behind a certain point lengthwise and above a minimum height. Air can only flow out of this opening, not in, helping teams manage aerodynamics and cooling efficiently.
- Maximum outlet area is 10,000mm² to limit aerodynamic advantage
- Outlet must be positioned rearward of XW = 100 and above ZW = −50 (specific rear location on car)
- Efflux only - air must flow outward, not inward through this aperture
- Opening must fit within defined envelope [150, 100, 175] RV dimensions
Official FIA Text
R-Scoop Outlet aperture within [150, 100, 175] RV on Rear Scoop, maximum 10000mm² area, efflux only, must lie rearward of XW = 100 and above ZW = −50.
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