Tyrrell 003
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The Tyrrell 003 is a Formula One (F1) racing car which was designed by Tyrrell's chief designer, Derek Gardner and used in the 1971 and 1972 F1 seasons. It was driven by Jackie Stewart to the 1971 World Drivers' Championship.
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Category | Formula One | ||||||||
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Constructor | Tyrrell Racing Organisation | ||||||||
Designer(s) | Derek Gardner | ||||||||
Predecessor | 002 | ||||||||
Successor | 004 | ||||||||
Technical specifications | |||||||||
Chassis | Aluminium monocoque | ||||||||
Suspension (front) | Double wishbones, coil springs | ||||||||
Suspension (rear) | Double wishbones, coil springs | ||||||||
Engine | Ford-Cosworth DFV, 2,993 cc (182.6 cu in), 90° V8, Naturally aspirated, mid-mounted, | ||||||||
Transmission | Hewland FG400 5-speed manual | ||||||||
Fuel | Elf | ||||||||
Tyres | Goodyear | ||||||||
Competition history | |||||||||
Notable entrants | Elf Team Tyrrell | ||||||||
Notable drivers | Jackie Stewart | ||||||||
Debut | 1971 Spanish Grand Prix | ||||||||
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Constructors' Championships | 1 (1971) | ||||||||
Drivers' Championships | 1 (1971) | ||||||||
n.b. Unless otherwise stated, all data refer to Formula One World Championship Grands Prix only. |
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The 003 was effectively the same as the Tyrrell 001 with a redesigned nose section, longer wheelbase, and a narrower monocoque.