Williams FW47[]
The Williams FW47 is a Formula One racing car designed and built by Williams Racing to compete in the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship. It marks Williams' continued effort to return to competitiveness after several challenging seasons. The FW47 is powered by a Mercedes-AMG F1 power unit and features updated aerodynamics and chassis developments aimed at improving pace and reliability.
Design and Development[]
The FW47 was developed as part of Williams’ ongoing technical partnership with Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains. Building on lessons learned from previous models, the car integrates the latest FIA 2024 technical regulations, including refined aerodynamic concepts and updated floor and diffuser designs to maximize downforce and minimize drag.
The chassis was designed at the Williams headquarters in Grove, Oxfordshire, with an emphasis on structural rigidity and weight optimization to meet the minimum weight limit while allowing strategic ballast placement.
Technical Specifications[]
- Chassis: Carbon fibre composite monocoque
- Suspension:
- Front: Double wishbone pushrod suspension
- Rear: Double wishbone pullrod suspension
- Engine: Mercedes-AMG F1 M14 E Performance 1.6L turbocharged V6 hybrid power unit
- Transmission: 8-speed semi-automatic sequential gearbox with reverse gear
- Fuel: Petronas
- Tyres: Pirelli P Zero (dry), Cinturato (wet)
Drivers[]
The FW47 is driven by:
- Alexander Albon (Car No. 23)
- Logan Sargeant (Car No. 2)
Competition History[]
The Williams FW47 made its competitive debut at the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix. Early races showed gradual improvements in pace and reliability compared to previous seasons, with the team aiming to consistently score points and challenge midfield rivals.
Livery[]
The FW47 features a modern design with a predominantly white base color complemented by dark blue and black accents. The livery highlights Williams Racing’s sponsors and partners, including prominent Petronas branding aligned with the Mercedes power unit partnership.
Performance[]
Williams targeted a return to the points regularly in 2024, focusing on incremental gains through development updates throughout the season. The FW47 showed promise in pre-season testing and the initial races, though competition remained intense within the midfield pack.
Race Victories[]
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Complete Formula One Results[]
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| 2nd | Podium finish | DSQ | Disqualified | ||
| 3rd | DNQ | Did not qualify | |||
| 5th | Points finish | DNPQ | Did not pre-qualify | ||
| 14th | Non-points finish | TD | Test driver | ||
| Italics | Fastest Lap | DNS | Did not start | ||
| 18th† | Classified finish (retired with >90% race distance) | NC | Non-classified finish (<90% race distance) | ||
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