Ligier JS1

Ligier JS1
CategoryPrototype
ConstructorAutomobiles Ligier
Designer(s)Michel Têtu
PredecessorNone
SuccessorLigier JS2
Technical specifications
Chassisaluminum/polyurethane backbone
Suspension (front)upper and lower wishbones, coilover-dampers, disc brakes.
Suspension (rear)upper and lower wishbones, coilover-dampers, disc brakes.
Length3,950 mm (155.5 in)
Width1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height1,110 mm (43.7 in)
Axle track1,380 mm (54.3 in)
1,360 mm (53.5 in)
Wheelbase2,300 mm (90.6 in)
Engine1,598 cc (97.5 cu in) Cosworth FVA
1,790 cc (109.2 cu in) Cosworth FVC
2,397 cc (146.3 cu in) Ford/Weslake V6
2,637 cc (160.9 cu in) Ford RS2.6 V6
TransmissionHewland
Citroën SM 5-speed
Weight790 kg (1,741.7 lb)
BrakesDisc/disc
Competition history
Notable driversGuy Ligier
Jean-Claude Andruet
Debut1969 Criterium des Cévennes
First winAlbi, 1970
Last win1970 Coupes de Vitesse
Last event1970 Tour de France
EntriesRacesWins
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The Ligier JS1 is a sports-racing car that debuted in 1969 and was built by Automobiles Ligier. The car competed in various sportscar racing events during the 1969 and 1970 seasons.