![]() The chassis was lightweight, and only weighed around 1,400 lb (640 kg), giving it an incredible power-to-weight ratio. It was originally powered by the naturally-aspirated 255 cu in (4 L), and later turbocharged 159–162 cu in (2,606–2,655 cc), 700 hp (520 kW), Ford Indy V8 engine, which also powered several Lotus and Coyote Indy race cars, and even a McNamara chassis. It successfully won the 1969 Indianapolis 500, while in the hands of, and being driven by Mario Andretti. The Brawner Hawk is a series of open-wheel race car chassis designed and developed by automotive mechanic and engineer Clint Brawner for U.S.A.C. Racer Media & Marketing, Inc., 17030 Red Hill Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614, 949.417.32-valve, DOHC V8, naturally-aspirated/ turbocharged, mid-mounted The Brawner Hawk is a series of open-wheel race car chassis designed and developed by automotive mechanic and engineer Clint Brawner for U.S.A.C. I could never find a body of this car in 1/24th scale until a few years ago, when I found this one on eBay. Your use of this website constitutes acceptance of our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. 1966 Mario Andretti Brawner-Hawk Ind圜ar - posted in Rodneys Rides: Any help in identifying the manufacturer of this slot car body would be appreciated. Febru9 Comments Racing, Stories By Gary Smith ©2022 Performance Design. Mario Andretti’s 1965 Brawner-Hawk was built in a small shop in Phoenix. He won the 1969 USAC Championship which was contested on five dirt speedways, ten races on paved tracks, eight on road courses, and a hillclimb, this series alone a true test of a drivers versatility and adaptability. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in any form without prior authorization. Mario Andretti’s 1965 Brawner-Hawk Indycar. Most of May was spent at Indy, very successfully, winning the 500 in his turbo-charged Brawner Hawk III Ford V8 on the famous Super Speedway. All contents copyright © 2023, Racer Media & Marketing, Inc.
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