Open-wheel race car
Racing car model
McLaren M18[1]Category | Formula 5000 |
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Constructor | McLaren |
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Chassis | Steel and aluminium monocoque with load-bearing engine-transmission assembly |
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Axle track | Front: 60 in (1,500 mm) Rear: 60 in (1,500 mm) |
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Wheelbase | 100 in (2,500 mm) |
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Engine | Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 4,940 cc (301.5 cu in), Chevrolet, 90° V8, NA |
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Transmission | Hewland L.G.500 5-speed manual |
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Weight | 1,470 lb (670 kg) |
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Notable drivers | Brian Redman |
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Debut | 1971 |
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The McLaren M18 is an open-wheel Formula 5000 racing car designed and made by McLaren in 1971.[2]
Development
The car was conceived to participate in the 1971 Formula 5000 season to replace the M10.[3]
Design
The car was powered by a 470-hp Chevrolet V8, which drove the rear wheels through a five-speed manual gearbox.[4]
Racing history
The car, entrusted to the driver Brian Redman, did not have the hoped-for success and won only two of the 16 championship races.[5]
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