The A-Z of Racing Cars


McLaren M 16B



Tuner
Country GB/USA
Year 1972
Engine Meyer Drake Offenhauser
Engine Type L4
Cams 2
Valves/cyl 4.0000
Compression
Bore 111.100
Stroke 67.300
Capacity (cc) 2605
Power (at revs) 720 HP/
Torque
Induction 1 Turbocharger
Ignition
Fuel system
Chassis type Aluminium monocoque
Body type single seater
Designer G. Coppuck
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Shock absorbers
Engine position mid
Wheelbase (mm)
Front track (mm)
Rear track (mm)
Weight (kg)
Drive rear
Number of gears 5
Gearbox Hewland
Fuel tank size (litres) 284
Brakes
Front brake type disc
Rear brake type disc
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres Goodyear
Front tyres
Rear tyres
Maximum speed (kph)

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