Ferrari SF70H (Formula 1)
The Ferrari SF70H is Ferrari’s 2017 Formula 1 contender, built for the hybrid turbo era and instantly recognizable by its long wheelbase, aggressive aero, and signature red bodywork. It was developed to take advantage of the wider tires and revised regulations, pairing a heavily revised Ferrari power unit with a sophisticated carbon-fiber chassis.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 1.6L turbocharged V6 hybrid power unit with ERS (rear-mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~930–950 hp combined
Redline: ~15,000 rpm
Transmission: 8-speed semi-automatic sequential
Weight: 728 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~5,650 mm long × 2,000 mm wide × 950 mm tall | Wheelbase ~3,700 mm
Tires: Pirelli F1 slicks and wets on lightweight forged wheels
Brakes: Carbon-carbon discs with high-performance six-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive hybrid
In the Simulator Feel
The SF70H is a fast, high-downforce Formula car that rewards commitment and precision. It has enormous grip in medium and high-speed corners, but like all modern F1 machinery, it can still bite if you overstep the limits under braking or on corner exit. In the sim, it feels planted, razor-sharp, and demanding — a car that wants smooth steering, clean throttle application, and confident trail braking to stay in the sweet spot.
Engine & Sound: The Ferrari hybrid V6 delivers a high-pitched, mechanical note with plenty of turbo texture and ERS-assisted punch out of slow corners. It lacks the screaming V10/V8 character of older eras, but makes up for it with a harder-edged, more urgent power delivery and a distinctive F1 howl at full throttle.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Exceptional front-end response and immense mid-corner grip, with strong aero dependency.
Traction: Excellent, but rear stability depends heavily on throttle discipline and tire temperature.
Braking: Massive braking performance with very short stopping distances, especially when the tires are up to temperature.
Top Speed: Very competitive on the straights, though aero setup can trade a little top-end for cornering performance.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it with confidence, but not aggression. The SF70H rewards clean inputs and a patient build-up to the limit, especially in qualifying-style laps where tire prep and brake temperature matter. It shines at flowing, technical circuits where aero grip can be fully exploited.
Livery & Aesthetics: The SF70H is one of Ferrari’s most striking modern F1 cars, with its long, low proportions, prominent bargeboards, and bold red livery accented by white details. In sim, it looks every bit the championship-era grand prix machine — sleek, purposeful, and unmistakably Ferrari.
Whether you're chasing hot laps or running full-distance races, the Ferrari SF70H delivers the raw pace and precision of modern Formula 1 with classic Ferrari flair.