In the grounds McLaren GT has verified first information on the McLaren 650S GT3 - the latest generation track-centered racer that will challenge GT3 tournaments around the world in the 2015 season.

The 650S GT3 has large shoes to fill, but the 12C GT3 has been designed to do that, as it continues claiming prizes all over the world. The menacing and purposeful-looking racer is the second-generation GT3 automobile McLaren's GT race car building arm, and follows in the 12C GT3's slipstream in its third season that is competitive. To date, three tournament titles have been ensured by the 12C GT3, 71 additional podiums and 51 race successes, a number that now leads the exceptionally competitive Blancpain Endurance Series and the GT Asia tournament, and continues to grow on a weekly basis.

The rigid carbon fibre rear wing works in tandem with the big carbon fibre splitter to finish the direction of atmosphere because it's worked through and beneath the slick lines.

Upgrades to the entire set up and revised suspension geometry, broader track provide improved amounts of drivability, optimising participation for the variety of drivers. Furthermore, the upgrades are made with added emphasis on reacting to feedback from your customer teams, and endurance racing, pulling in the learnings over the past couple of years.

Reduced cost of ownership continues to be a priority during development and the design of the 650S GT3, which continues to be realized through extended element life, including gearbox and increased engine rebuild times, together with systems and redesigned components to reduce parts prices. Fit and body panel layout have additionally been optimised which can not only minimise pit lane repair times but also guides weight distribution through using parts that were lighter.

Inside the cockpit, enhanced amounts security for the motorist are provided by the 650S GT3. Protection provided by the carbon fibre MonoCell chassis is further improved with the inclusion of an FIA- . And lighter than that the 650S GT3 rollcage supplies a greater level of driver relaxation, with increased leg and headroom.

Another crucial area that is optimised is the degree underlining the focus on motorist and endurance involvement. New to FIA-approved McLaren GT-developed race seat -point race harness. This seat offers increased amounts of driver and support relaxation through the application of moulded seat inserts that are bespoke.

The layout was revised to allow it to be even more driver-centered than formerly. The seat is mounted to the steering wheel, and the chassis and all-new motorsport pedalbox are afterward flexible to bring the six nearer to the motorist. The center console can also be developed from the most recent 12C GT3 inside and features a membrane-type switch panel for simplicity. Besides that, advancements are made to further optimise motorist and ventilation cooling system.

The 650S GT3 makes around 500PS - the same power as the 12C GT3, which will be controlled by the Equilibrium of Operation of the FIA (BOP) regulations. Cooling is enhanced within the front fender through bigger 650S intakes and re-profiled side intakes. Besides that, the gearbox oil cooler was relocated, now integrated into the side intakes that are bigger, giving the back more aerodynamic flow.

The front suspension also enables the fitment of the most recent generation diameter racing tyres that are bigger. In conjunction with the aerodynamic bundle that is optimised, this supplies increased amounts of front end grip and steering feel on turn-in.

Critical data has been pulled by the McLaren 650S GT3 development programme in the findings and lessons learned in the 12C GT3 programme. Testing will continue with customer automobile production commencing in the fall through the summer. Pricing continues to be verified - GBP330,000 ex works, plus tax.

Existing owners are additionally capable to reap the benefits of the upgrades and improvements provided by the 650S GT3, as a result of using the chassis that is common construction and award winning engine. This upgrade bundle farther prolongs the life of existing 12C GT3 automobiles letting them continue racing through GT racing life cycle that is second. This enables them to race their existing auto for an average.

Around 15 cases are intended to be made and delivered for the 2015 season's start. With the elective upgrade package an added 15 automobiles running the new layout from next season could be seen by this.