The Peugeot 908 V12 HDi DPFS

The two exhaust systems are kept as short as possible. On each side a six into one exhaust manifold is connected to a Garrett turbocharger, then to a very compact diesel particulate filter before ending in a side exhaust pipe, located in front of the rear wheel.

The expected level of performance – a power of more than 700 bhp and a torque in excess of 885 lb ft, which is unprecedented for a diesel engine – is a direct result of Peugeot’s diesel engine expertise, combined with the mechanical specification of the V12 engine.

Electronics:

The 908 will benefit fully from Peugeot Sport’s considerable expertise and knowledge in electronics, acquired as a result of its extensive experience with WRC cars – which are generously equipped with electronic systems – and in particular with respect to its experience of electronically controlled differentials.

Peugeot Sport will also benefit from the experience of the project’s main supplier Bosch, which will be supplying and developing the “car system” on the basis of specifications provided by Peugeot Sport.

A high level of performance is therefore expected in terms of “traction control”, a key function for controlling engine torque in a race track environment, whilst also ensuring optimum performance of the Michelin tyres.

Peugeot’s main partners in the “Le Mans Series” Championship are: Total, Michelin, Bosch, Eurodatacar and Xbox.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION OF THE PEUGEOT 908: Engine: Rear central longitudinal position All-aluminium with one-piece aluminium cylinder block 12 cylinders, V angle 100° Capacity: 5.5 litre Common rail high pressure direct injection (HDi) Engine management system: Bosch MS17 Power: 700 bhp Torque: 885 lb ft The Peugeot 908 V12 HDi DPFS…5 Transmission: Gearbox: longitudinal with a maximum of 6 gear ratios Electro-pneumatic gearbox control Differential: self-locking Suspension, steering, brakes: Linked front and rear suspension Electric power steering Michelin tyres Wheels: BBS, magnesium Length: 4,650 mm Width: 2,000 mm Minimum weight: 925 kg