Article C8.16.6
Position 1 camera installation
Technical Regulations
Article C8.16.6
Position 1 camera installation
Chapter: C8
In Simple Terms
The Position 1 camera must be mounted on top of the car's main protective structure (Survival Cell), positioned between the cockpit opening at the front and the roll bar support at the back. This specific placement ensures the camera captures optimal footage while staying within the car's safety structure rules.
- Camera must be fitted above the Survival Cell for protection and stability
- Must be forward of the Cockpit opening to avoid obstruction
- Must be rearward of the forward attachment of the Secondary Roll Structure
- Position 1 is specifically defined for standardized onboard camera placement
Official FIA Text
Any camera fitted in position 1 must be fitted above the Survival Cell, forward of the Cockpit opening, rearwards of the forward attachment of the Secondary Roll Structure.
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