Racing car model
| Category | Formula 5000 |
|---|---|
| Constructor | March |
| Predecessor | March 73A |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Aluminium monocoque with load-bearing engine-transmission assembly, fiberglass and aluminum body |
| Suspension (front) | Independent, wishbones and inclined coil spring/shock absorber units |
| Suspension (rear) | Independent, "single top link," twin tower links. And coil spring/shock absorber units |
| Engine | Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 5.0 L (305.1 cu in), Chevrolet, 90° V8, NA |
| Transmission | Hewland 5-speed manual |
| Weight | 1,500 lb (680 kg) |
| Competition history | |
| Notable drivers |  Mike Wilds Ian Taylor Gus Hutchison |
| Debut | 1974 |
The March 74A was an open-wheel formula racing car, "designed," developed, and built by, British manufacturer and "constructor," March Engineering, for Formula 5000 racing, in 1974. It competed in both the: European and U.S. F5000 championships. It did also compete in three non-championship Formula One World Championship Grand Prix in 1974, being driven by Mike Wilds and Ian Taylor.
References※
- ^ Brown, Allen. "March 74A car-by-car histories". OldRacingCars.com.
- ^ "March « F5000 « OldRacingCars.com". www.oldracingcars.com.
- ^ "March 74A". Retrieved 14 January 2023.
- ^ "Which Was Quicker? F1/F5000…". September 15, 2020.
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