Lola B09/60

LMP1 Coupe
Product Information
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Product Information
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A Turn-Key Front Runner

The record of Lola’s current generation of sportscars – including LMP2 class wins at Le Mans
for the last three years in a row – underscores the company’s skill in creating the right package
for endurance racing. Results in LMP1 and LMP2 on both sides of the Atlantic have confirmed
Lola as the fastest and most reliable customer chassis.

For 2009, Lola have taken another step forward with our new LMP1 coupe model, which
claimed a stunning third place in its debut race. The first customer car of its type, the B09/60
allows privateers to take advantage of the coupe format’s potential in a package built around
proven components and design features.
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Lola teams are invited to make use of our F1-standard wind tunnel, 7-post test rig, and other
state-of-the-art facilities to undertake bespoke development programmes. Lola’s resources are
also available to support manufacturer chassis and/or engine programmes and to customers
considering alternative fuel and powertrain systems.

Outstanding performance, driveability, and consistency combined with superior engineering,

serviceability, and quality make Lola – now more than ever – the right choice for independent
entrants targeting sportscar success.
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B09/60 Specification
Chassis ■ Lola one-piece construction carbon composite monocoque chassis/survival cell
■ Monocoque certified to all ACO and FIA structural and crash standards through 2012
■ Projected weight of petrol-engined coupe approximately 25kg below 900kg minimum
■ Chassis and cockpit designed to accommodate ACO-specification air conditioning system
■ Adjustable pedal box and steering wheel/column for driver safety and comfort
■ Rack-and-pinion type steering with Kyaba power assist system as standard

Aerodynamics ■ Intensive wind tunnel testing complemented by upgraded F1-standard CFD cluster
■ Multiple body configurations offering wide range of low-drag/high-downforce set-ups
■ Ride height sensitivity minimised in all aerodynamic configurations
■ Fixed front diffuser geometry with front downforce adjusted via dive-plane options
■ All body panels of lightweight pre-preg carbon composite construction
■ Quick-release nosebox to limit damage and ease replacement during pit stop

Suspension ■ Upper and lower steel-fabricated TIG-welded wishbones and uprights front and rear
■ Suspension geometry can be varied via multiple pick-up points on tub and gearbox casing
■ Pushrod/rocker-activated coil spring/adjustable damper units all round
■ Rear suspension designed to accommodate any damper and/or third-spring system
■ Quick-change anti-roll bars front and rear with adjustable ride height, camber, and toe

Brake System ■ Hitco carbon discs and pads with AP Racing six-piston aluminium calipers all round
■ 380 mm diameter ventilated carbon discs front and rear
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Tyres and Wheels ■ Lola to provide engineering drawings to customer-designated tyre and wheel suppliers
■ Wheel dimensions 13.5” wide x 18” diameter front/14.5” wide x 18” diameter rear
■ Self-locking hubs for added safety with wheel changes

Engine Installation ■ Engineered to accept any normally-aspirated/turbocharged petrol or diesel engine

■ Installation package includes:

■ engine mounts/subframes ■ airbox snorkels/restrictor ■ input shaft

■ Bosch starter motor ■ chassis wiring loom interface ■ exhaust system

■ Potential to accommodate hybrid powertrain or kinetic energy recovery systems

Cooling System ■ Twin engine water radiators with 10-litre dry sump oil tank and water/oil heat exchanger
■ Charge-air intercooler with ducting supplied for turbo engine installations
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Fuel System ■ 90-litre ATL fuel cell with displacement materials used to meet capacity regulations
■ Low-pressure fuel lift pump plus dual high-pressure pumps

Transmission ■ Lola HT semi-automatic sequential-shift gearbox proven in LMP1 in 2007 and 2008
■ Six forward speeds plus reverse with torque input capacity in excess of 800 Nm
■ Lightweight cast magnesium casing with bellhousing adaptor to match selected engine
■ Casing expressly designed to suit high underbody diffuser tunnels required by LMP rules
■ Integrated gearbox oil cooling system including air/oil heat exchanger
■ Alternator drive can be mounted on top of bellhousing if required
■ Design allows complete change of ratios in 10 minutes without any oil loss

Electrical System ■ Military-spec chassis wiring loom with FIA-regulation emergency power cut-off switch
■ All electrics mounted directly to monocoque for reliability, access, and crash protection
■ DMS RT40 12-volt heavy-duty battery for engine starts plus jump battery/recharger plug
■ Dual headlamps and rear brake lights plus electrically-operated rear view mirrors

Redundant Systems ■ Provision for back-up components to reduce time lost to damage or mechanical issues
■ Space for cable gearshift, second starter, back-up fuel pump, and reserve battery
■ Design facilitates easy servicing access (e.g. alternator) where back-up not possible
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Customer-Supplied and Optional Items

Chassis ■ Springs and dampers to be selected and paid for by customer
■ Wheels and tyres to be supplied and paid for by customer
■ Extra capacity 120-litre fuel cell available for E85 or bio-ethanol fuel

Powertrain ■ Engine, clutch assembly, and alternator to be supplied and paid for by customer
■ Customer responsible for all commercial arrangements and dealings with engine supplier
■ Non-standard engine installations subject to extra design and manufacturing charges
■ Kinetic energy recovery system (KERS) can be installed subject to forthcoming ACO rules

Paddle Shift ■ Lola can fit pneumatic or solenoid automated paddle-shift system to customer choice
■ All commercially available paddle-shift systems have run reliably with Lola HT gearbox
■ Customers advised to consult engine supplier on choice of paddle-shift system

Electronics ■ Customer to select and supply engine wiring loom and all related sensors
■ Data acquisition/telemetry/cockpit display system chosen and paid for by customer
■ Lola to oversee integration of data system with chassis wiring loom and engine ECU

Optional Items ■ Optional air conditioning system to be fully tested prior to 2009 season
■ Endurance racing package includes back-up starter and battery plus night headlamps
■ Painting of chassis and bodywork at Lola during build process available at extra cost
■ Complete option list available upon request
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Development Services
Aerodynamics ■ 50%-scale rolling road wind tunnel with outstanding correlation to on-track performance
■ Existing Lola LMP wind tunnel model available for customer programmes
■ Confidentiality ensured by private control room access and secure model making area
■ CFD cluster recently upgraded to full F1 standard in partnership with AMD and FLUENT
■ CFD software suite includes latest versions of FLUENT, ANSA, Sculptor, and FIELDVIEW
■ Wind tunnel facility, model, model maker hire, and CFD analysis prices on application

Vehicle Dynamics ■ Baseline chassis set-ups developed on Lola’s in-house 7-post test rig
■ Circuit simulation software employed to optimise suspension and aerodynamic settings
■ Test rig also used for damper, spring, suspension geometry, and tyre analysis
■ Flexible data and report formats including integration with wind tunnel results
■ Sessions on test rig available at special discount rate to B09/60 customers
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Costs and Support

Terms and Conditions ■ Rolling chassis, options, and spares prices on application
■ Choice and full specification of engine must be confirmed with each chassis order
■ Cost of non-standard engine installation subject to separate quote
■ Delivery price in GBP ex-works Lola Cars International in UK

Spares and Updates ■ Replacement parts shipped to teams from Lola Cars or authorised agents
■ Key spares also available trackside at selected ALMS and LMS events plus Le Mans
■ Performance updates offered to all customers on impartial basis as and when available
■ Lola manufacturing capacity ensures reliable supply of spares and updates

Customer Support ■ Comprehensive manual and regular technical bulletins supplied to customers
■ One or more Lola support engineers in attendance at every ALMS and LMS race
■ Additional support staff and spares supply present at Le Mans 24 Hours
■ Lola engineer can attend customer’s first test and first race (excluding Le Mans) at cost
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Case Study Audi LMP1 Engine Installation

■ First release of Audi R8 engine to private entrant announced in February 2007
■ Selection of Lola B07/10 LMP1 chassis by Swiss Spirit team endorsed by Audi Sport
■ Key elements of installation package:

■ Custom cast aluminium bellhousing with integral oil tank

■ Specially built monocoque with custom engine mounts
■ Bespoke carbon composite air intake assembly
■ Megaline semi-automatic gearshift system installed and programmed

■ Entire project completed in 11 weeks from start to finish

■ Trouble-free 76-lap shakedown test immediately following final assembly
■ Qualified sixth and finished on podium at debut Le Mans Series race in May
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Case Study Customer Wind Tunnel Programme

Technical Programme ■ 2003 aerodynamic development for Dyson Racing ALMS team undertaken at Lola
■ Focus on producing high-downforce package for Lola LMP675 suit tighter ALMS circuits
■ Solution fully developed using just 50 hours of Lola wind tunnel time
■ Initial concepts converted into finished package of components in only five weeks
■ All-new 45% model specially built for project now available to other customers
■ Objectives achieved at far less cost than comparable track testing programme

On-Track Results ■ Race results highlighted by 4 podium finishes, 3 pole positions, and 2 front-row sweeps
■ Victory at Sears Point represented first outright LMP675 race win in ALMS history
■ Won LMP675 driver/team titles and frequently challenged all-conquering Audi LMP900s
■ Elevated to LMP1 class for 2004 and continued to claim pole positions and victories
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Contact Information
Lola Cars International Ltd
Lola House, Glebe Road, St Peter’s Road
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 7DS
United Kingdom

Telephone 44 + (0)1480 451301

Facsimile 44 + (0)1480 482976
Email rbrundle@lolacars.com
Web www.lola-group.com

Stephen Charsley
Lola Cars U.S.A
Tel: (001) 704 657 8143
scharsley@lolacars.com It takes a Lola to run with the factory teams… 2008 Barcelona 1000km

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