March 76A

March 76A
CategoryFormula 5000
ConstructorMarch
PredecessorMarch 75A
Technical specifications
ChassisAluminium 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
EngineMid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 5.0 L (305.1 cu in), Chevrolet, 90° V8, NA
TransmissionHewland 5-speed manual
Weight1,500 lb (680 kg)
Competition history
Notable driversAustralia Alan Jones
Debut1976

The March 76A was an open-wheel formula racing car, designed, developed and built by British manufacturer and constructor, March Engineering, for Formula 5000 racing, in 1976. It won a single race in 1976, with Alan Jones at Watkins Glen. It was powered by the commonly used Chevrolet small-block engine. After its Formula 5000 career and use, it was converted into a closed-wheel sports prototype, where it was used in the revived Can-Am series. Its best result was a 5th-place finish.[1][2][3][4][5]

References

  1. ^ Brown, Allen (28 November 2020). "March 76A car-by-car histories". OldRacingCars.com. Retrieved 5 July 2024.
  2. ^ "March 76A". Racing Sports Cars. Retrieved 23 June 2022.
  3. ^ "Revology Cars". Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  4. ^ "Photos of March 76A". Racing Sports Cars. Retrieved 23 June 2022.
  5. ^ "Complete Archive of march 76A". Racing Sports Cars. Retrieved 23 June 2022.


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