WHAT IS R4 RALLY CLASS?
The R4 class is official all wheel drive FIA category, which was recently added to the FIA World Rally Car hierarchy to fill the gap between front wheel drives R3 & R2 categories and the all wheel drive R5 class. All R4 category cars are equipped with an universal FIA homologated kit that consists of a turbocharged 1.6 engine, proven R5-like transmission, long travel suspension and all wheel drivetrain. Teams will be able to buy the R4 kit from FIA approved supplier and build the R4 car of their choice. Proven French company Oreca was selected to design and deliver FIA kit for 2017, 2018 and 2019. The kit is homologated for the next 7 years with option to be renewed twice for 2 years each time.
WHERE TO DRIVE R4?
R4s are the perfect choice for any FIA approved rally. WRC, regional championships including ERC or national events are all eligble. ERC has even a separate series (ERC2) for R4 competition.
MINI COOPER R4 EVOLVE
Mini R4 Evolve was designed by Evolve Motorsport for Finnish driver Riku Tahko (check his Facebook for more info). In contrast to Mini JWC WRC, which was based on Countryman, the Mini R4 is the evolution of classic Mini Cooper JCW. It is lighter are more agile. It is built to run Oreca R4 KIT. You can read more about Oreca here.
BODYSHELL SPECIFICATION
Bodyshell: custom designed with FIA certified rollcage, painted white
Bodykit: Evolve bodykit
Wheelbase: 2495mm
Windows: Front OEM, rear and sides lightweight 4mm Lexan
Spoiler: included
Extras: lights, mirrors, carbon door panels, lightweight flocked dash, wheel arch guards.
