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Racing car model
March 76A| Category | Formula 5000 |
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| Constructor | March |
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| Predecessor | March 75A |
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| Chassis | Aluminium monocoque with load-bearing engine-transmission assembly, fiberglass and aluminum body |
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| Suspension (front) | Independent, wishbones and inclined coil spring/shock absorber units |
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| Suspension (rear) | Independent, single top link, twin tower links and coil spring/shock absorber units |
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| Engine | Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 5.0 L (305.1 cu in), Chevrolet, 90° V8, NA |
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| Transmission | Hewland 5-speed manual |
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| Weight | 1,500 lb (680 kg) |
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| Notable drivers |  Alan Jones |
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| Debut | 1976 |
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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]
Alan Jones
