# Why Does The 40 Mean In The Ford GT40? The Meaning Behind The Name

> It's well-documented that Ford dominated the 1966 Le Mans endurance race with their now-iconic trio of GT40 race cars.

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- **Published:** 2025-04-20
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #gt40 #name #behind #does #mean #meaning #race
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