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| General specifications |
| Country of origin |
Great Britain
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| Numbers built |
N/A
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| Produced in |
2005 |
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| Successor |
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| Engine
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| Configuration |
Mercedes-Benz FO 110R V10
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| Location |
Mid, longitudinally mounted
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| Construction |
alloy block and head
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| Displacement |
3 liter / 183.1 cu in |
| Valvetrain |
4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
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| Fuel feed |
Fuel Injection
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| Aspiration |
Naturally Aspirated |
| Drivetrain |
| Chassis |
carbon composite monocoque |
| Suspension (fr/r) |
double wishbones, push-rod actuated torsion bar and damper |
| Steering |
rack-and-pinion, power assisted |
| Brakes |
carbon discs, all-round |
| Gearbox |
paddle-operated 7 speed Sequential
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| Drive |
Rear wheel drive |
| Dimensions |
| Weight |
600 kilo / 1322.8 lbs |
| Resources |
| Suggested reading |
- McLaren - The cars 1964 - 2008, by William Taylor
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| Useful links |
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Ultimatecarpage.com
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> McLaren
Racing cars
> Formula 1
The design of the MP4-20 has been heavily influenced by significant revisions to both the sporting and technical regulations that govern Formula One in four key areas: engine lifespan, limitations on tyre use, aerodynamics and race weekend format particularly for qualifying. The aerodynamic modifications have led to the most visible differences on the car, to the design of the chassis, which has been exclusively developed in the design office and wind tunnel facilities at the McLaren Technology Centre. These include the raising of the front wing by 50mm, restricting the height of the diffuser to 125mm and bringing the rear wing package forward by 150mm. 
