McLaren M15

McLaren M15
CategoryIndyCar
ConstructorMcLaren Racing
Designer(s)Gordon Coppuck
SuccessorMcLaren M16
Technical specifications
ChassisAluminium monocoque
Length156 in (396.2 cm)
Width40.2 in (102.1 cm)
Height36 in (91.4 cm)
Axle track57.8 in (146.8 cm) (Front)
58 in (147.3 cm) (Rear)
Wheelbase99 in (251.5 cm)
EngineOffenhauser 2,650 cc (161.7 cu in) straight-4 turbocharged Mid-engined, longitudinally mounted
TransmissionHewland 4-speed manual
Weight1,490 lb (675.9 kg)
TyresGoodyear
Competition history
Notable entrantsMcLaren
Notable driversDenny Hulme

The McLaren M15 was an open-wheel race car designed and built by the McLaren team for a single season of competition in 1970, and was their first attempt at making an Indy car. It was later replaced by the more successful McLaren M16, which went on to win three Indy 500s; in 1972, 1974 and 1976.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]

References

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  6. ^ World, Auto Sport. "Find out all the information about the race car McLaren M15. As well as its drivers and results". Auto Sport World. Retrieved 2022-05-28.
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