Doc 8 - Power Unit Information
Technical/ScrutineeringNotices/Procedures
2026 Italian Grand Prix - Power Unit Information
Document 8 From: The FIA Formula 1 Race Director To: All Teams, All Officials Date: 03 September 2026
🏁 Competition Information
- Round: R13
- Venue: Monza
- Centreline: 5.793 km
- Format: Standard
- Date: 04 - 06 September 2026
⚡ Power and Energy Limits
Article C5.2.10 - Maximum Recharge per Lap
| Session / Condition | Recharge Limit |
|---|---|
| Race (Overtake not active) | 7.0 MJ |
| Race (Overtake active) | 7.5 MJ |
| Qualifying | 5.0 MJ |
| Free Practice Sessions | 7.5 MJ |
| Out Laps (other than in Race) | 9.0 MJ |
Article C5.12.8 - Maximum PU Power Reduction Rate
- Power Limited Distance: 4218 m
- Rate Limit: 50 kW/s
🔍 Identification of Sectors Where Exceptions Apply
Article C5.2.8iii - Alternative Power Curve (Sprint & Race)
- Identification of Sectors: T4-T7
- Lap Distance Window: 2100-2800 m
Article C5.12.4 - PU Power Reduction > 150kW at Start of Power Limited Pending Period
- Identification of Sectors: T4-T7 (SQ & Q: [Exit T11])
- Lap Distance Window: 2100-2800 m (SQ & Q: [5050-5350] m)
- Maximum PU Power Reduction Permitted: 350kW (SQ & Q: [350kW])
Article C5.12.5 - Reset of MGUK Power Reduction Permitted
- Identification of Sectors: [Exit T11]
- Lap Distance Window: [5300-5800] m
🚀 Overtake (Article B7.2)
- Detection Gap: 1.0 s
- Detection Line (L18): 5050 m (TBC)
- Activation Line (L19): 5249 m