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1956 Argus Trophy

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1956 Argus Trophy

The 1956 Argus Trophy was a Formula Libre motor race held at the Albert Park Circuit in Victoria, Australia on 18 March 1956. The race was contested over 48 laps, a total distance of 150 miles. It was staged by the Light Car Club of Australia as the feature event on the second Sunday of the two-day "Moomba Meeting", which was held with the co-operation of the Moomba Festival organisers.

The race was won by Reg Hunt driving a Maserati 250F.

Results

  • Starters: 22
  • Winner's race time: 1:28:32
  • Fastest lap: Reg Hunt, Maserati 250F, 1:59, 94.5 mph
  • Attendance: 70,000
  • References

    1956 Argus Trophy Wikipedia