Cooper T61

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Cooper T61[1][2]
CategoryGroup 4
ConstructorCooper
PredecessorCooper T57
Technical specifications
ChassisSteel-reinforced tubular space frame covered in aluminum panels
Axle trackFront: 52–55 in (1,300–1,400 mm)
Rear: 53.5–55 in (1,360–1,400 mm)
Wheelbase91–96.3 in (2,310–2,450 mm)
EngineMid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 2.0–5.4 L (122–330 cu in), Coventry Climax/Ford/Chevrolet/Maserati, I4/V8, NA
TransmissionColotti T37/T41 or Halibrand-McKee 4-speed/5-speed manual
Power240–430 hp (180–320 kW)
Weight1,213–1,636 lb (550–742 kg)
Competition history

The Cooper T61 (Type 61), also known as the Cooper T61 Monaco, or the Cooper Monaco T61, is a sports racing car, designed, developed and built by British manufacturer Cooper, in 1961. It is the successor and evolution of the T57. Its motor racing career spanned 6 years (1962-1966, 1968); where it won a total of 16 races (plus 2 additional class wins), achieved 23 podium finishes, and clinched 3 pole positions. It was powered by a number of different engines, including a Coventry Climax four-cylinder engine, a Maserati V8 engine, a Ford FE engine, and a Chevrolet small-block engine.[3][4][5][6][7][8]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "1964 Cooper Monaco T61P Maserati Specifications". Ultimatecarpage.com.
  2. ^ "Cooper T61 Monaco Mk III, 1961 [Auta5P ID:22065 EN]". auta5p.eu.
  3. ^ "Cooper Monaco T57". Retrieved 25 June 2022.
  4. ^ "1964 Cooper Monaco - T61M". www.classicdriver.com.
  5. ^ "Cooper Type 61 Monaco King Cobra | Review". April 1, 2016.
  6. ^ "Bonhams : 1962 Cooper T61 'Monaco'Chassis no. CM/2/62". www.bonhams.com.
  7. ^ "For Sale: Cooper T61 Monaco". www.classic-trader.com.
  8. ^ "1961 Cooper Monaco Type 61". conceptcarz.com.