2012 McLaren MP4-12C GT3

McLaren MP4-12C GT3 race car is based on a standard MP4-12C. Developing the race car has required a team of engineers, technicians and test drivers from McLaren Group and CRS Racing to focus on several fundamental components.

The 12C GT3 is based on the McLaren carbon MonoCell chassis, which weighs just 75kg and is produced in a revolutionary one-piece mould. Race specification composite body panels and a fixed rear wing have been added to the GT3 car.

The same 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 as in the production car on which it is based will be used in the 12C GT3, tuned to race specification. A bespoke paddle-shift system operating an all-new Ricardo-designed gearbox developed specifically for racing will be fitted. This system eschews the 7-speed SSG dual-clutch Graziano transmission supplied in the standard 12C.

New electrical architecture is being supplied by McLaren Electronic Systems Limited, including electronic dash and data technologies. Bosch Motorsport will supply a new ABS system for the 12C GT3. A new aerodynamics package has been developed by McLaren Racing in compliance with GT3 regulations, incorporating a new front splitter, door blade, rear wing, diffuser and louvres in the front fenders.

The new GT3 car will feature motorsport-specific braking and suspension components. These include bespoke callipers by Akebono, Official Supplier to Vodafone McLaren Mercedes. Due to regulations imposed by racing authorities, the McLaren MP4-12C GT3 will not feature the road-going 12C’s ProActive Chassis Control System; negating the requirement for an anti-roll bar. Instead, the 12C GT3 will use a configuration comprising race-specific roll bars and dampers.

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2011 McLaren MP4-12C GT3

McLaren MP4-12C GT3 is based on the new MP4-12C high-performance sports car and a team of engineers, designers and test drivers with vast experience in Formula 1 and GT racing has been assembled to undertake the process of adapting the carbon chassis-based 12C to racing specification.

McLaren GT plans to debut the new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 at this season’s Blancpain Endurance Series race at Spain’s Circuito de Navarra, followed by Magny-Cours in France and Silverstone in England. As part of the development programme for the 12C GT3, McLaren GT also expects to enter the Total 24 Hours of Spa endurance race.

he new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 will feature a unique engine calibration, bespoke racing transmission developed in partnership with Ricardo (who also developed the engine with McLaren) and a suspension arrangement tuned specifically for racing.

McLaren GT has selected the TAG-400 Engine Control Unit for the new 12C GT3. The TAG-400 is a compact, self-contained engine management system and data logger for race engines designed and built by McLaren Electronic Systems. The procurement of components from suppliers used to working with partners in Formula 1 is another example of McLaren GT delivering on its objective to build a GT3 car of unrivalled quality and reliability.

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2012 Wheelsandmore McLaren MP4-12C Toxique Evil

The Mc-Laren newly developed 3.8 liter V8 biturbo engine isn’t missing enough horsepower, but Wheelsandmore followed the exclusive sales order “create something diabolical” and increased the factory output of 600 hp to a whopping 666 hp and 640 Nm of torque. Responsible for the proper performance is a handcrafted exhaust system with remote-able exhaust valves and the optimized control electronics.

Even more attention was paid to the development of the customized forged wheels for the MC Laren MP4-12C. To avoid a negative effect of the unsprung masses the 6Sporz ² ultralight-forged wheels were additionally weight-optimized and individually constructed sizing 9.0×20″ and 12,0×21″. Continental Sport Contact 5P tires ensuring the ideal contact to the road, rotating in size 245/30/20″ on the front and in size 325/25/21on the rear axle.

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2012 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Epochal

Based on the Mc Laren Mercedes SLR722, Wheelsandmore installing a handcrafted exhaustsystem with sports catalysts and remote-able flaps, adapted to remapped ecu software and a new pulley is resulting in totally 727 hp and 950 nm. Handling these brute power strictly required a suspension revision. So Wheelsandmore decided to contact coilover specialists KW to develop a compression and rebound adjustable, full race approved system for this Mc Laren Mercedes SLR722.

Due to their weight-optimized properties the handcrafted, multi-piece forged wheels of the type 6Sporz² are significant and additionally effecting the improved acceleration. Those high-end rims are filling out the carbon fiber body perfectly sizing 9.0 x20″ at the front and 11.5 x 20 inches at the rear axle. Highest quality standards are also elected with the 255/30/20 and 305/25/20 Sportmaxx tires from Dunlop.

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2012 McLaren MP4-12C

In 2011, a McLaren team with experience in developing successful Formula 1 cars and expertise from launching McLaren cars in the past, has launched a new type of sports car. The groundbreaking new MP4-12C features technology born on the race track, and for the first time available in a road car.

The unique new M838T engine powering the McLaren MP4-12C is a 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine, designed by McLaren Automotive.

Weighing 199kg (439lbs), the M838T features a dry sump lubrication system and a flat plane crankshaft, which has allowed McLaren Automotive’s engineers to place the engine extremely low in the chassis, lowering the 12C’s centre of gravity and in turn optimising the car’s handling responses.

At the rear, high level exhaust pipes exit the car from a mixing box rather than a conventional silencer unit, saving weight. An optional Sport Exhaust system made from Inconel, an extremely heat-resistant nickel-chromium-based alloy, further reduces weight and enhances the exhaust note.

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2012 Gemballa Racing McLaren MP4-12C GT3

GEMBALLA racing team will be competing in the 2012 motor sport season with two McLaren MP4-12C GT3s. Fifteen years after the McLaren F1 GTR won the world famous 24-hours of Le Mans in its debut, “GEMBALLA racing” is now entering the lists. In this respect the McLaren MP4-12C GT3 has top notch technology at its disposal. A wing-door vehicle with a huge rear spoiler, the car has a 3.8-l V8 twin turbo engine, carbon safety cell, new front splitter, optimised air vents at the front and a large diffuser at the back. The steering wheel with integrated display is an ode to Formula 1.

GEMBALLA will be entering the 2012 motor sport season with “GEMBALLA racing” and two McLaren MP4-12C GT3s.

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