| Category | Formula Libre |
|---|---|
| Constructor | McLaren |
| Production | 1965-1966 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Steel-reinforcedtubular space frame covered inaluminum panels |
| Length | 142 in (3,600 mm) |
| Height | 29 in (740 mm) |
| Axle track | Front: 51 in (1,300 mm) Rear: 52 in (1,300 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 96 in (2,400 mm) |
| Engine | Various |
| Transmission | Hewland L.G. orZF DS25 |
| Weight | ~ 1,100 lb (500 kg) |
| Competition history | |
TheMcLaren M3 was anopen-wheelrace car, designed, developed and built by British manufacturerMcLaren in 1965. It was used mostly inFormula Libre racing, but was very versatile and competitive, and was also used in other motorsport categories and disciplines, such ashillclimb racing, andsprint car racing. It used no particular engine, but was capable of using (down to customers' own preference); anOldsmobile V8, aFord FE, aFord Indy V8, aRepcoV8, aMaserati V12, or even a 2.5–2.7 L (150–160 cu in)Coventry Climaxfour-cylinderFormula One engine. Thechassis was constructed out of atubular space frame, covered in analuminum panel body, with extra aluminum riveted and bolted to the undercarriage of the car, to add extra strength and rigidity. This meant weight was around (approximately) 1,100 lb (500 kg).[1][2][3]
