How long is Silverstone International Circuit?

How long is Silverstone International Circuit?

5.891km
At 5.891km, Silverstone is the third longest F1 circuit on the current calendar.

Can I drive at Silverstone?

Silverstone is the most famous race circuit in the UK at present, holding prestigious races like the Formula 1 Grand Prix and The World SuperBike Championship. The Bike track days and Silverstone Car track days are open to anyone with a roadworthy vehicle.

Which F1 track has the most overtakes?

principality circuit
The principality circuit has an average of 12 overtakes per race, compared to 32 for Spa, 34 for Interlagos and a whopping 52 for Shanghai. So overtaking in Monte Carlo is not impossible, but it is very, very tough, which makes a genuine overtake all the more impressive when it does happen.

Is there a track map for Silverstone International Circuit?

This is a blank track map for Silverstone – International Circuit. For the interactive, zoomable map with racing lines for several vehicles, simulation videos, downloads, writeups and more, visit the track page.

When did the Silverstone Circuit become more technical?

The track underwent a major redesign between the 1990 and 1991 races, transforming the ultra-fast track (where in, its last years, fourth or fifth gear, depending on the transmission of the car, was used for every corner except the Bridge chicane which was usually taken in second gear) into a more technical track.

What kind of Motorsport is at Silverstone?

During that time, just about every major form of motorsport has graced the tarmac, from F1, WEC and MotoGP, to BTCC, truck racing and even IndyCar! The International circuit makes use of the new Wing complex and pit garages, with two long straights broken up by two fast corners and a pair of tight complexes to break up the lap.

Where was the Silverstone Circuit in World War 2?

The circuit. The Silverstone circuit is on the site of a World War II Royal Air Force bomber station, RAF Silverstone, which opened in 1943. The station was the base for No. 17 Operational Training Unit. The airfield’s three runways, in classic WWII triangle format, lie within the outline of the present track.