The massive, unobstructed wing profile beneath the R15's nose is an impressive site. It works in concert with their new 'Zero Keel' chassis design. (Marshall Pruett)

The R15's Technical Specs:

Version 2009 – status: March 2009

Monocoque: Composite-fiber design from carbon-fiber with aluminum honeycomb
Battery: Lithium-ion battery
Engine: 90° V10 turbo charged engine, 4-valves per cylinder, DOHC, 2 Garrett turbochargers, 2 x 37.9 mm engine air-intake restrictors (stipulated by regulations) and maximum turbo pressure of 2.75 bar absolute, diesel direct injection TDI, Fully stressed aluminum crankcase, 2 Dow Automotive diesel particle filters
Engine Management: Bosch MS14
Engine Lubrication: Dry sump, Shell oil
Cubic Displacement: 5500 cc
Power: Over 600 hp
Torque: Over 1,050 Nm
Transmission: Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR)
Clutch: Carbon fiber clutch
Gearbox: Sequential, pneumatically operated 5-gear sport gearbox, partner X-trac
Differential: Mechanical locking differential
Driveshafts: Constant-velocity tripod plunge-joint driveshafts
Steering: Electronic-controlled rack and pinion power steering
Suspension: Independent front and rear double wishbone suspension, pushrod system with torsion bars and adjustable dampers
Brakes: Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system, monobloc light alloy brake calipers, front and rear ventilated carbon-fiber brake discs, driver adjustable infinitely variable brake-balance
Wheels: O.Z. magnesium forged wheels, front: 13.5 x 18 inch, rear: 14.5 x 18 inch
Tires: Michelin radial, front: 33/68-18, rear: 37/71-18
Length: 4,650 mm
Width: 2,000 mm
Height: 1,030 mm
Minimum weight: 900 kg
Fuel cell capacity: 81 liters (Shell V-Power Diesel)