A final rule change that is noteworthy, is that the 2014 LMP1 cockpit shape will already be allowed in LMP2 2013.
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3.1.1 Dimensions
Height : No part of the bodywork is permitted to be more than 1030 mm (*) above the reference surface (See Article 3.5.1), except the rear rollover structure fairing that may be 10 mm maximum above the rear rollover structure.
(*) 1050 mm for LMP2 equiped with a chassis in compliance with the 2014 LMP1 regulations.
3.6.4 Fin
b/ Position
The top edge must be straight and situated between 1020 mm and 1030 mm (*) above the reference plane.
The side projection of the leading edge must be straight and situated:
(*) 1040 mm and 1050 mm for LMP2 equiped with a chassis in compliance with the 2014 LMP1 regulations.
14.1.5 Cockpit opening and volume
b/ Closed car
b.6 For LMP2 cars, it will be allowed for a new model of car to have its cockpit designed in accordance with the 2014 LMP1 regulations.
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The Lotus T128 designer already said that he is designing the cockpit according to the 2014 rules.
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The LM P2 version already includes certain requirements stipulated by the LM P1 regulations of 2014, such as the driver position higher and more forward than it is on the current prototypes. This constraint penalizes aerodynamics somewhat but improves visibility for the driver.
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http://www.lemans.org/en/races/24h/u...m-p2_9127.html