1978 TOJ SC 206
1978 TOJ SC 206
Brand
TOJ
Year
1978
Country
Germany
Generation
TOJ SC 206
1978 TOJ SC 206
Brand
TOJ
Year
1978
Country
Germany
Generation
TOJ SC 206
About this car
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The TOJ SC206, a sports prototype designed by Team Obermoser Jörg, was developed in 1978 as an evolution of the TOJ SC205 and built to comply with the FIA Group 6 regulations. This two-liter class vehicle was meant for European sports car racing, notably the European 2-Litre Sports Car Championship. The SC206 featured a lightweight design, utilizing a fiberglass body mounted on an aluminum monocoque chassis with front and rear subframes. It was powered by the BMW M12/7 engine, a naturally aspirated, 2.0-liter inline-four capable of producing about 300 horsepower. The engine was paired with a five-speed Hewland FGA manual gearbox, and the car’s suspension setup was sophisticated, with double wishbones at the front and a complex multi-link system at the rear for optimal handling.
In terms of performance, the SC206 was notable for its agility and reliability, making it a competitive machine in the 2-liter sports car category. The car’s dimensions reflected its aerodynamic focus, with a length of just over 4 meters, a width of 1.8 meters, and a height under 1 meter, which helped achieve superior stability at high speeds. Over the course of its career, the SC206 became a familiar contender in European motorsports, particularly in the Interserie series, where it showcased its ability to challenge the established frontrunners.
Racing pedigree is where the TOJ SC206 really made its mark. The car debuted in 1977, gaining recognition quickly with strong showings in races like the Nürburgring Interserie. Over its competitive lifespan, the SC206 amassed several wins, podium finishes, and class victories. By the end of the 1978 season, the car had secured six race victories and numerous podiums, making it a standout performer in its category. The car also demonstrated consistent success in events like the European 2-Litre Sports Car Championship, which solidified its reputation as a well-engineered and formidable competitor.
The car’s success was largely attributed to its balance of speed, reliability, and the support of a skilled team. As a successor to the SC205, the SC206 refined the earlier model’s design while maintaining the key performance traits that made the TOJ cars a force to be reckoned with in Group 6 racing. While not as famous as some of the era’s other Group 6 entrants, the TOJ SC206’s achievements in motorsport remain an important chapter in the history of 2-liter prototype racing.
