TOJ SC303

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TOJ SC303
CategoryGroup 6
ConstructorTeam Obermoser Jörg
Designer(s)Jörg Obermoser
Technical specifications[1]
Chassisfibreglass body on aluminium monocoque, front and rear subframes
Suspension (front)double wishbones, coil springs over dampers, anti-roll bar
Suspension (rear)single top links, twin lower links, twin trailing arms, coil springs over dampers, anti-roll bar
EngineFord-Cosworth DFV 3.0 L (183 cu in) naturally-aspirated V8 mid-engined, longitudinally mounted
TransmissionHewland 5-speed manual
Weight720–775 kg (1,587–1,709 lb)
TyresDunlop
Competition history
Debut1977 Interserie Nürburgring[2]

The TOJ SC303 is a sports prototype race car, designed, developed and built by German racing team and constructor, Team Obermoser Jörg; conforming to the FIA's Group 6 category and specification of motor racing, in 1978. It was unsuccessful Over its racing career, spanning only two races, it didn't manage to win any races, score any pole positions, or even a podium finish, and even failing to qualify for the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans that year. It was powered by a naturally-aspirated 3.0 L (180 cu in) Ford-Cosworth DFV V8 engine, producing 445 hp (332 kW). It was later replaced by its more successful successor, the SC304.[3][4][5]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "1978 TOJ SC303 Cosworth Specifications". Retrieved 23 June 2022.
  2. ^ "TOJ SC304". Retrieved 23 June 2022.
  3. ^ "1978 TOJ SC303 Cosworth - Images, Specifications and Information". Ultimatecarpage.com.
  4. ^ "TOJ SC303". Retrieved 23 June 2022.
  5. ^ Dangeard, Laurent. "Competitor of the 24 hours of Le Mans". www.24h-en-piste.com.