Brembo brake facts – Japan

The hardest braking point on the Suzuka International Racing Course is in front of turn 16. The driver has to slow down around 228 km/h over just 65 meters. The calculated brake energy involved is 2,182 kW. The driver is subjected to 4.4 g, while he pushes with 119 kg onto the brake.

 

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