Article C5.4.14

Exhaust valves head diameter

Technical Regulations

Article C5.4.14

FIA Source

Exhaust valves head diameter

Chapter: C5

In Simple Terms

F1 engines must have exhaust valves with head diameters between 27.0mm and 29.0mm, and all exhaust valves on a car must be identical to each other. This regulation ensures fair competition by preventing teams from using different valve sizes to gain an advantage.

  • Exhaust valve head diameter must be between 27.0mm and 29.0mm
  • All exhaust valves on a single car must have identical design
  • This standardization prevents performance advantages through valve variation
Official FIA Text

The exhaust valves' head diameter must lie between 27.0mm and 29.0mm. All exhaust valves must have an identical design.

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