Ever wondered just how long it takes to design and construct a brand-new F1 car? Well, McLaren have helpfully published a 'design timeline' of their new MP4-21 charger as it evolved from a mere concept to a state-of-the-art motor car ready for the 2006 season.
First engine design meeting: August 2004
Engine specification first issue: October 2004
Layout work started on MP4-21: April 2005
First design meeting: April 2005
Gearbox simulation: Mid April 2005
Car specification first issue: May 2005
First scheming of gearbox: May 2005
First dyno test for V8 engine: June 2005
Windtunnel work commences: Early July 2005
First drawing for gearbox: July 2005
Datum sheet Issue, final dimensions: August 2005
First track test for V8 engine: September 2005
Gearbox production begun: September 2005
Chassis manufacturing begun: October 2005
Car mock-up ready: Chassis – November 2005; Initial engine – November 2005; Final engine – December 2005
First chassis ready for bonding: December 2005
FIA test on first chassis: December 2005
First car build started: December 2005
First car build finished: January 2006
First track test of MP4-21: 23rd January 2006
Cars depart McLaren Technology Centre for first race: Friday 3rd March 2006
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So This Is How Long It Takes To Make A F1 Car
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SIDEPOD
, Feb 12 2006 03:06 PM
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SIDEPOD
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Posted 12 February 2006 - 03:06 PM
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"To understand a man you should walk a mile in his shoes. If what he says still bothers you that's ok because you'll be a mile away from him and you'll have his shoes." - Anon
"I shall never move quickly, except to avoid more work or find excuses."
"To understand a man you should walk a mile in his shoes. If what he says still bothers you that's ok because you'll be a mile away from him and you'll have his shoes." - Anon
"I shall never move quickly, except to avoid more work or find excuses."
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Posted 18 February 2006 - 06:59 PM
Interesting stuff...
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Posted 18 February 2006 - 08:05 PM
Where's the bit about when they started designing the livery, they sid it took months of research 
A lot of unpleasant things are happening in Formula 1, with one manufacturer leaving after the other
- Kimi Raikkonen on his reasons for leaving Formula 1 for the WRC
- Kimi Raikkonen on his reasons for leaving Formula 1 for the WRC
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