McLaren M8A
McLaren M8D | |
| Category | Group 7 sports prototype |
|---|---|
| Constructor | McLaren |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Aluminium monocoque |
| Suspension (front) | Double wishbone |
| Suspension (rear) | Double wishbone |
| Engine | Chevrolet 7 L (427 cu in) V8. Naturally aspirated, mid-mounted. |
| Transmission | Hewland LG600 4-speed manual transmission |
| Competition history | |
| Notable entrants | Bruce McLaren Motor Racing |
| Notable drivers | Bruce McLaren Denny Hulme |
| Debut | 1968 Road America Can-Am |
The McLaren M8 was a series of race car models developed by driver Bruce McLaren (1937 – 2 June 1970) and his Bruce McLaren Motor Racing team for their entry in 1968 Can-Am season. The M8A and its successors dominated Can-Am racing for four consecutive Can-Am seasons, until the arrival of the Porsche 917/10 turbo.