Minardi PS05

Minardi PS05

Patrick Friesacher driving the Minardi PS05 at the 2005 British Grand Prix.
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorMinardi
Designer(s)Gabriele Tredozi (Technical Director)
Sandro Parini (Chief Designer)
Andrea Rocchetto (Chief Aerodynamicist)
PredecessorPS04B
SuccessorToro Rosso STR1
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon-fibre and aluminium honeycomb composite monocoque
Suspension (front)Upper/lower composite-reinforced wishbones, pushrod-activated torsion springs, mechanical anti-roll bars
Suspension (rear)Upper/lower composite-reinforced wishbones, pushrod-activated torsion rockers, mechanical anti-roll bars
Wheelbase3097 mm
EngineCosworth TJ2005 3.0 litres (183 cubic inches) 90° V10 naturally aspirated mid-engined, longitudinally-mounted
TransmissionMinardi with Red Bull internals 6-speed longitudinally-mounted, semi-automatic gearbox, Minardi hydraulic differential
BatteryMidac
Power860 hp @ 18,300 rpm
FuelElf
LubricantsSilkolene
BrakesHitco
TyresBridgestone Potenza
OZ Wheels (front and rear): 13"
Competition history
Notable entrantsMinardi F1 Team
Notable drivers20. Patrick Friesacher
20. / Robert Doornbos
21. Christijan Albers
Debut2005 San Marino Grand Prix
RacesWinsPolesF/Laps
16000
Constructors' Championships0
Drivers' Championships0

The Minardi PS05 is a Formula One racing car used by Minardi F1 Team during the 2005 season. It failed to be much of an improvement over its predecessor, as the team finished last in the standings for the third consecutive season. The car was launched on 15 April 2005 at Mugello in Italy.