Red Bull Ford V6 hybrid Formula One power unit
Reciprocating internal combustion engine
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The Red Bull Ford V6 hybrid Formula One power unit is a series of 1.6-litre, hybrid turbocharged V6 racing engines which features a kinetic energy recovery system (MGU-K) that provides nearly half the horsepower of the power unit. Developed and produced by Red Bull Powertrains in partnership with the Ford Motor Company for use in Formula One, the engines have been used by Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls since the 2026 season.
DesignerBen Hodgkinson (Technical Director)[2]
Phil Prew (Engineering Director)
Phil Prew (Engineering Director)
Production2026–present
ConfigurationV6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle
| Red Bull Ford V6 turbo-hybrid power unit[1] | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Red Bull Powertrains |
| Designer | Ben Hodgkinson (Technical Director)[2] Phil Prew (Engineering Director) |
| Production | 2026–present |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | V6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle |
| Displacement | 1.6 L (98 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Piston stroke | 53 mm (2.09 in) |
| Cylinder block material | Aluminium alloy |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminium alloy |
| Valvetrain | 24-valve (four-valves per cylinder), DOHC |
| Compression ratio | 16:1 |
| RPM range | |
| Max. engine speed | 15,000 rpm |
| Combustion | |
| Turbocharger | turbocharger |
| Fuel system | gasoline direct injection |
| Fuel type | "Advanced sustainable" Esso Synergy |
| Oil system | Dry sump |
| Cooling system | Single water pump |
List of models
| Season | Name | Layout | Max. Total system output (est.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | DM01 | 1.6 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | Internal Combustion Engine 400 kW (540 hp) Energy Recovery System 350 kW (470 hp) Total 750 kW (1,010 hp) |