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March Ford 771

March Ford 771

Years Released: 1980 1981 1982 1983 (Item Year pages)
Item released for 4 years.

Car: March Ford 771
Number: 10
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Category: Cars

Category Details: Classic cars from all eras.
Car Category: F1GP

Car Category Details: Formula One Grand Prix.
Base Colour: Green

Colour Details: Various shades of mid green.
All Colours: Green, White
Logo & Box Style:

1980 1981 1982 1983

1980	1981 1982 1983

Make: March Engineering

Logo: March Logo
Logo Years: ---
Make Details: A racing car manufacturer, the March team raced in Formula 1 from 1970 to 1992.
Make Country: United Kingdom
Model: 2-4-0

Model Details: The 2-4-0 was an experimental six wheeled F1GP car.
Model Production Years: 1976

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Car Year Details (4)

YEAR	CAT	ITEM
1980	C.131	March Ford 771
1981	C.131	March Ford 771
1982	C.131	March Ford 771
1983	C.131	March Ford 771

Sets Included In (2)

YEARS	SET
1981 1982 1983	Formula 1 Set
1980	Scalextric 400 Set

All Colours (2)

COLOUR	DETAILS	IMAGE
Green	Various shades of mid green.
White	The perfect colour.

Item Year Information

YEAR	INFORMATION
1980	In view of the interest and attention shown towards the subject of six wheel racing cars over the past few seasons it is natural that a six wheel model should be included in the Scalextric line-up. The concept of four rear wheels developed by March cars allows the rear wheels to be reduced in size thus generating considerable improvements in air flow around the rear of the car and reducing drag. This years model is shown in a green racing livery.
1981	The only 6 wheel model available in the Scalextric range the March 771 handles extremely well. The theory behind 6 wheel cars was that the rear wheels could be reduced in size improving airflow and reducing drag.
1982	Designed and produced by March Engineering the 771 six wheeler was introduced in an effort to combat the problem of air flow and drag around the rear of the car. Reducing the size of the rear wheels alone was not sufficient in that the roadholding and thus the control of the car was considerably reduced. This reduction in roadholding was counteracted by having four rear wheels instead of two. One of the most distinctive cars in the Scalextric range the March 771 has a long narrow body. The model is extended by the extra pair of wheels at the back making up the complete 4-wheel rear assembly. The additional wheels are not used for driving the model but do help in the handling. The engine and gearbox detail is exceptionally good and contrasts well with the green and white racing colours. The fine handling characteristics of this model make it an ideal model to commence driving in the Super Formula class.

Service Sheets (2)

SHEET NO	SERVICE SHEET NAME	ISSUE DATE
102C	C.126 Lotus 77, C.131 March Ford 711, C.134 Elf Renault Turbo RS-01, C.135 Elf Tyrrell 008, C.136 Ferrari 312 T3, C.137 Ligier JS11, C.138 Saudia Leyland Williams FW07B	February 1981
102C (Back)	C.126 Lotus 77, C.131 March Ford 711, C.134 Elf Renault Turbo RS-01, C.135 Elf Tyrrell 008, C.136 Ferrari 312 T3, C.137 Ligier JS11, C.138 Saudia Leyland Williams FW07B - Back	February 1981