#GT3
The Audi R8 LMS sets new benchmarks in GT sport
The Audi R8 LMS sets new benchmarks in GT sport
#GT3 - The Audi R8 LMS sets new benchmarks in GT sport
The new Audi R8 LMS is lighter and safer than ever before. It features even more race car technology, clearly improved aerodynamics and, as a result, provides customers with an efficient concept. Only seven weeks after its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, Audi Sport Team WRT clinched a one-two with the new GT3 sports car in the VLN endurance championship at the Nürburgring.
> AUDI R8 LMS GT3 EVO
TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
| VEHICLE | |
| Type | Sports car complying with FIA GT3 regulations |
| Chassis | Audi Space Frame (ASF) in aluminum-CFRP hybrid construction with stressed steel roll-cage, bodywork parts from CFRP and aluminum |
| Safety concept | Energy absorbing aluminum and CFRP crash structures front and rear. Safety concept fulfills FIA LMP1 crash requirements Audi Sport PS 1 safety seat |
| ENGINE | |
| Type | 90 degree V10 engine, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, gasoline direct injection, emission control by two exhaust gas race catalytic converters |
| Engine management | Bosch Motorsport Motronic MS6 4 |
| Engine lubrication | Dry sump |
| Cubic capacity | 5200 cc |
| Power | Variable by restrictor up to 430 kW (585 hp) |
| Torque | Over 550 Nm |
| DRIVETRAIN/ TRANSMISSION | |
| Transmission type | Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR) |
| Clutch | Electro hydraulically activated 3-plate race clutch (ECA) |
| Gearbox | Sequential, pneumatically activated 6-speed racing gearbox with paddle shift |
| Differential | Limited-slip rear differential, variable preload |
| Driveshafts | Constant velocity joints |
| SUSPENSION/ STEERING/ BRAKES | |
| Steering | Servo assisted rack and pinion steering |
| Suspension | Front and rear independent suspension. Double wishbones, damper struts with coil springs and adjustable dampers as well as adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars |
| Brakes | Hydraulic dual circuit brake system, steel brake discs front and rear, race ABS |
| Wheels | Forged aluminum wheels, front 12.5 x 18 inch, rear 13 x 18 inch |
| Tires | Front 30-68/18, rear 31-71/18 |
| WEIGHT/ DIMENSIONS | |
| Width | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,171 mm |
| Homologation weight | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 1201 |
| EQUIPMENT | |
| Fire extinguisher system | Audi Sport |
| Controls | Height and length adjustable safety steering column, quick adjust rail mounted pedal box |
| Seat system | Audi Protection Seat PS 1 |
| AUDI R8 LMS GT3 EVO UPDATES | |
| Optimized aerodynamic to improve stability Improved rear brake ventilation Optimization of gearbox hardware Fuel indicator catch tank |
> AUDI R8 LMS GT3 EVO TECHNICAL DATA
| VEHICLE | |
| Type | Sports car complying with FIA GT3 regulations |
| Chassis | Audi Space Frame (ASF) in aluminum-CFRP hybrid construction with stressed steel roll-cage, bodywork parts from CFRP and aluminum |
| Safety concept | Energy absorbing aluminum and CFRP crash structures front and rear. Safety concept fulfills FIA LMP1 crash requirements Audi Sport PS 1 safety seat |
| ENGINE | |
| Type | 90 degree V10 engine, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, gasoline direct injection, emission control by two exhaust gas race catalytic converters |
| Engine management | Bosch Motorsport Motronic MS6 4 |
| Engine lubrication | Dry sump |
| Cubic capacity | 5200 cc |
| Power | Variable by restrictor up to 430 kW (585 hp) |
| Torque | Over 550 Nm |
| DRIVETRAIN/ TRANSMISSION | |
| Transmission type | Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR) |
| Clutch | Electro hydraulically activated 3-plate race clutch (ECA) |
| Gearbox | Sequential, pneumatically activated 6-speed racing gearbox with paddle shift |
| Differential | Limited-slip rear differential, variable preload |
| Driveshafts | Constant velocity joints |
| SUSPENSION/ STEERING/BRAKES | |
| Steering | Servo assisted rack and pinion steering |
| Suspension | Front and rear independent suspension. Double wishbones, damper struts with coil springs and adjustable dampers as well as adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars |
| Brakes | Hydraulic dual circuit brake system, steel brake discs front and rear, race ABS |
| Wheels | Forged aluminum wheels, front 12.5 x 18 inch, rear 13 x 18 inch |
| Tires | Front 30-68/18, rear 31-71/18 |
| WEIGHT/DIMENSIONS | |
| Width | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,171 mm |
| Homologation weight | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 1201 |
| EQUIPMENT | |
| Fire extinguisher system | Audi Sport |
| Controls | Height and length adjustable safety steering column, quick adjust rail mounted pedal box |
| Seat system | Audi Protection Seat PS 1 |
| AUDI R8 LMS GT3 EVO UPDATES | |
| Optimized aerodynamic to improve stability Improved rear brake ventilation Optimization of gearbox hardware Fuel indicator catch tank |
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Please click here for more information about Audi Sport customer racing auction items and motorsport prints.