McLaren M7A F1 OW 1968

Specifications McLaren M7A F1 OW 1968 blueprint

The McLaren M7A F1 OW 1968 was a world class racing machine, and a benchmark for Formula One excellence. The car was originally raced by the legendary Bruce McLaren himself, and he and Denny Hulme would take the 1968 F1 title. Built with a single 3.0 litre Cosworth DFV V8 engine and Hewland DG300 5-speed manual transmission, the car was lightweight yet powerful. The total weight of the vehicle was just 590 kg, and the car was able to generate 510 brake horsepower at 10,500 RPM. With its blazing acceleration and superior aerodynamics, the McLaren M7A F1 OW would be the car to beat in 1968, and its legacy continues to this day. The impeccable styling of the M7A was the work of designers Robin Herd and Gordon Coppuck, who sought to create a car that was as aesthetically pleasing as it was aerodynamically sound. The single-seater was finished in iconic McLaren Orange, and the aluminum honeycomb monocoque chassis was equipped with independent rocker-arm suspension, double wishbones, and coil springs. This potent machine was built for speed, but the McLaren M7A F1 OW was also designed for reliability. The engine featured twin overhead camshafts with 16 titanium valves distributing its 510 horsepower to the four Pirelli tires. This vehicles brakes were discs in the front and drums in the rear, and each disc could produce a stopping power of up to 1.2ga feature that was essential to its success on the track. In short, the McLaren M7A F1 OW 1968 was an engineering marvel, and its timeless design continues to inspire awe. This incredible machine still captures the hearts of racing fans all over the world, and it will forever be remembered as one of the most iconic cars in sports car history.