The Ferrari 246 F1-66 (also called the 158/246 or 246T) was an interim car in 1966: a 158 chassis was fitted with a fuel-injected 2.4-liter Dino V6 originally intended for John Surtees in the Tasman Series. Because Surtees was still recovering from an accident, that entry was canceled, and the car instead raced as the second team car alongside the new 312. Lorenzo Bandini drove it to second place in Monaco and third in Belgium. Its final outing came at the Italian Grand Prix, where Giancarlo Baghetti drove it for Reg Parnell Racing.
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Origins
At the end of the 1965 season, a Ferrari 158 chassis was fitted with a 2404.74 cm³ Dino V6 upgraded with fuel injection. The car was intended for the 1966 Tasman Series. However, driver John Surtees was still recovering from a crash at a Can-Am race at Mosport Park, so the entry there was withdrawn. Instead of competing in the Tasman Series, the car was pressed into service at the start of the Formula 1 season as the second team car alongside the new 312.
In racing
Lorenzo Bandini drove the 246T in the first two races of 1966: second place and fastest lap in Monaco, followed by third place in Belgium. The car was then sidelined until it reappeared as a third team car at the German Grand Prix. Scarfiotti was faster than his teammates in practice there, but retired with electrical issues. At Monza, Giancarlo Baghetti ran as high as fifth for Reg Parnell Racing before throttle linkage trouble struck; he finished last, nine laps down.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 246 F1-66
When was the Ferrari 246 F1-66 raced?
The Ferrari 246 F1-66 was raced in 1966.
What engine does the Ferrari 246 F1-66 have?
Engine of the Ferrari 246 F1-66: 2404 cm³ V6 (65°). Naturally aspirated Ferrari Tipo 228.
Who engineered the Ferrari 246 F1-66?
Engineering of the Ferrari 246 F1-66: Mauro Forghieri.
How many races did the Ferrari 246 F1-66 win?
The Ferrari 246 F1-66 took 0 wins in 4 races.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari 246 F1-66?
Predecessor: Ferrari 1512. Successor: Ferrari 312.
