Category | Formula One | ||||||||
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Constructor | Surtees | ||||||||
Designer(s) | John Surtees | ||||||||
Predecessor | Surtees TS14 | ||||||||
Successor | Surtees TS19 | ||||||||
Technical specifications | |||||||||
Chassis | Aluminium alloy monocoque | ||||||||
Engine | Ford Cosworth DFV 2,993 cc (182.6 cu in) V8 naturally aspirated Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted | ||||||||
Transmission | Hewland FG 400 5-speed manual | ||||||||
Tyres | 1974: Firestone 1975–1976: Goodyear | ||||||||
Competition history | |||||||||
Notable entrants | Team Surtees Bang & Olufsen Team Surtees Memphis International Team Surtees Team Surtees with National Organs AAW Racing Shell Sport/Whiting | ||||||||
Notable drivers | José Carlos Pace Jochen Mass Derek Bell Jean-Pierre Jabouille John Watson | ||||||||
Debut | 1974 Argentine Grand Prix | ||||||||
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n.b. Unless otherwise stated, all data refer to Formula One World Championship Grands Prix only. |
The Surtees TS16 was a Formula One car used by Surtees during the 1974, 1975 and 1976 Formula One seasons. It was designed by John Surtees.[1][2]