The TC2000 (''Turismo Competición 2000'', formerly ''Súper TC2000'') is a

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series held in Argentina since 1979.

Rules

Prior to 2012, engines of up to were allowed, with only limited modifications from standard engines. This was both to reduce running costs, and give a level playing field to every team.

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, variable intake geometry,

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s and

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are all forbidden. From the 2012 season,

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will provide RPE TCX

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s (a front-wheel-drive variant of the RPX, originally found in the

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), capable of producing , in place of the previous engines. The series was renamed to ''Súper TC2000''. Meanwhile, cars with the old regulation continue competing as a second-tier championship with the name ''TC2000'', currently with an independent calendar. The V8 engines were finally replaced from the year 2019 by new provider, the French manufacturer

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, these being

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4-cylinder in-line. In 2022, the series changed its name again. The Super TC2000 got its name back from the TC2000 and the TC2000 was renamed the TC2000 Series.

Technical regulations

The technical regulations of the 2024 season: * Chassis construction: Tubular * Engine: 2.0-liter (120 cu in) 4-cylinder in-line * Aspiration:

* Fuel capacity: 100 liters (26 US gal) * Fuel:

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Infinia * Tires:

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Zero Slick and Cinturato Rain * Minimum weight: 1,120 kg (2,469 lb) * Power output: Approximately 380 hp (283 kW) at a maximum of 6,500 RPM * Gearbox: Six-speed * Drivetrain:

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TC2000 teams

2024 season

Factory teams: * YPF Honda RV Racing –

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* Toyota Gazoo Racing YPF Infinia –

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Private teams: * Axion Energy Sport –

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* YPF Elaion Auro Pro Racing –

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* JM Motorsport –

and

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* Octanos Competición –

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* Halcón Motorsport –

* Corsi Sport –

* Chaco Racing Team – Citroën C4 Lounge

Scoring systems

2011–2018

2019–2020

2021

2022–2024

Champions

References

External links

* * {{Class of Auto racing Touring car racing series Recurring sporting events established in 1979