Eagle Mk.5
| Category | SCCA Formula A |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Eagle |
| Successor | Eagle 73A |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Steel and aluminium monocoque with load-bearing engine-transmission assembly |
| Suspension (front) | Independent, wishbones and inclined coil spring/shock absorber units |
| Suspension (rear) | Independent, single top link, twin tower links and coil spring/shock absorber units |
| Length | 150 in (3,800 mm) |
| Axle track | Front: 56 in (1,400 mm) Rear: 56 in (1,400 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 96.03 in (2,439 mm) |
| Engine | Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 4,940 cc (301.5 cu in), Chevrolet, 90° V8, NA |
| Transmission | Hewland L.G.500 5-speed manual |
| Weight | 1,470 lb (670 kg) |
| Competition history | |
| Debut | 1968 |
The Eagle Mk.5 was an open-wheel race car designed and built by Eagle for use in Formula 5000 racing, which the team used to make their competitive racing debut in 1968, and competed until 1972. The Eagle Mk.5 was powered by the commonly used 5.0-liter Chevrolet V8 engine.