Doc 1 - Competition Notes - Pirelli Preview
Technical/ScrutineeringNotices/Procedures
2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Competition Notes - Pirelli Preview
Document: 1
Date: 22 September 2026
From: The FIA Formula 1 Race Director (Rui Marques)
To: All Teams, All Officials
Tyre Compounds
- Mandatory Race Tyres: C3, C4
- Q3 Tyre: C5
- Available Compounds: C3, C4, C5 (Slicks), Intermediates, Wets
Pressures & Camber
| Tyre Type | Axle | Minimum Starting Pressure | Expected Stabilized Running Pressure | Camber Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slicks | Front | 27.5 psi | ≥28.0 psi | -3° |
| Rear | 27.5 psi | ≥28.0 psi | -1.75° | |
| Intermediates | Front | 28.5 psi | ≥29.0 psi | -3.25° |
| Rear | 28.5 psi | ≥29.0 psi | -2.25° | |
| Wets | Front | 26.5 psi | ≥29.0 psi | -3.25° |
| Rear | 26.0 psi | ≥29.0 psi | -2.25° |
Maximum Heating Times and Temperatures
Slicks: Max 2h
Intermediates: Max 2h
Wet: Max 2h
Temperatures refer to tyre tread and side wall temperatures, not blanket or controller set-point temperatures.
Tyre Notes & General Notes
- Teams are reminded that starting pressures, cold pressures, re-heat pressures, EOS camber, max tyre temperatures, and tyre swapping are subject to FIA checks.
- Tyres must not be switched from their originally allocated position.
- Cut-off time for fitting tyres on Sunday morning: 4 hours prior to the race start.