MRT5

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MRT5
Short name MRT
Drive Mid engined, rear wheel drive
Engine 600 cc turbocharged inline 4
Power 48 kW (64 bhp) @ 7871 rpm
Torque 69 Nm (51 lbft) @ 5078 rpm
Total-Mass 221 kg (486 lbs)
Power-weight 217 W/kg (296 bhp/ton)
Weight dist 37.5 F 62.5 R
Fuel tank capacity 20 ltr
Suspension Front: Double Wishbone
Rear: Double Wishbone

Information

Based on the real MRT5 built by the McGill Racing Team and competing in the Formula SAE championship this lightweight car is ideal for autocross tracks and slow configurations. The MRT5 is fun to drive and reminds you of a kart although it has more power and a differential. See the official website (archived). An updated version of the MRT was released in the 0.7A patch on 16 Dec 2021, along with vehicle mods. The update included a new steering wheel, slightly wider tyres and an improved frame.

Setup tip

This car is best with SOFT suspension. Understeer is certainly not needed in the springs, it hurts turning too much. Just adjust antiroll bars to get the balance you want. Also, this car is extremely sensitive to differential settings. Use the viscous differential and keep it fairly open (low single digits). Very low tyre pressures. Rear toe comes in handy again here.


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