Mercedes AMG GT3

The widened body, larger air inlets, the diffuser and enormous rear aerofil – numerous features from Motorsport give the Mercedes AMG GT3 a decidedly dynamic appearance. At the same time it avoids any sign of showmanship: all modifications to the body are in interest of maximum downforce and aerodynamic efficiency, for best results on the racetrack. The specially incorporated features also improve the effective cooling of components subject to high thermal loads.

To keep the vehicle weight as low as possible, the body is mainly of carbon-fibre: the bonnet, dors, front wings, front and rear aprons, side walls, side skirts, difuser, boot lid and rear aerofil are made from this particularly lightweigth yet extremely strong material. As in the roadgoing version, the vehicle structure of the GT3 consists of a likewise extremely lightweight yet rigid aluminium spaceframe. With numerous detailed improvements, systematic implementation of the „AMG Lightweigth Performace” strategy has resulted in an even lower kerb weight than that of the SLS AMG GT3.

The AMG 6.2-litre V8 engine, with additional improvements for the racing car, ensures the fulminating power already familiar from the SLS AMG GT3. Dry sump lubrication obviates the need for an oil sump, allowing the V8 engine to be installed low down in the chassis and well behind the front axle.