Partager la publication "570S GT4 by McLaren GT, motorsport division of McLaren Automotive, sur la grille de départ du GT4"
Une nouvelle automobile GT4 fera ses débuts cette saison sur les circuits. McLaren GT propose une version GT4 de la McLaren Automotive 570S. Le constructeur a présenté la nouvelle lors de la journée média du British GT à Snetterton. McLaren GT et CRS GT Limited ont conçu la 570S GT4 qui sera alignée cette année par Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse.
McLaren GT4
The #570SGT4 takes its first laps @BritishGT media day with factory driver Rob Bell behind the wheel… pic.twitter.com/cMNRZea1Z9
— McLaren GT (@McLaren_GT) 15 mars 2016
McLaren rejoint Aston Martin, Ginetta, Maserati, Porsche, Lotus, KTM, Toyota et BMW qui sont déjà présents en GT4. La catégorie GT4 connaît un vif regain d’intérêt depuis l’année passée.
McLaren 570S GT4 rejoint le parc fermé avec Aston Martin V8 Vantage N24, Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT4, BMW M3 GT4, BMW Z4 M Coupe, Camaro GT4, Corvette C6 GT4, Ford Mustang FR500C GT4, Ginetta G50, Lotus Evora GT4, Lotus Exige GT4, Maserati Trofeo, Nissan 350Z, Nissan 370Z, Porsche Cayman, Porsche 997 GT3.
GT4 ?
Le GT4 European Series, anciennement nommé GT4 European Cup, est un championnat organisé par Stéphane Ratel Organisation (SRO) depuis 2007.
Après la création du Championnat d’Europe FIA GT3 en 2006, la formule a été reprise en 2007 pour intégrer des modèles déjà utilisés dans certains championnats comme le Championnat GT britannique ou le Belcar. Cette compétition est annulée en 2012 devant le manque de compétiteurs et le conflit entre l’ancien promoteur du championnat belge et le Royal Automobile Club of Belgium (RACB).
Un nouveau championnat reprend en 2013 sous le nom de GT4 European Trophy avant de prendre son nom actuel en 2014.
Comme en GT3, les pilotes sont des amateurs et doivent répondre à des critères stricts pour avoir l’autorisation de courir. Les pilotes de moins de trente ans ne doivent ni avoir terminé dans le top dix dans un championnat de monoplace national ou international, ni avoir eu une carrière en championnat de Grand Tourisme national ou international. Ce sont les pilotes « Argent ». Les pilotes de plus de trente ans qui n’ont eu leurs première licence de sport automobile qu’après trente ans sans avoir eu d’expérience en monoplace sont aussi autorisés. Ce sont les pilotes « Bronze ».
Design de McLaren 570S GT4
McLaren was born on the circuit, so our next track car is never far away. However, even by our standards this is special: the launch of not one but, in fact, two brand new track cars, the 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint.
De livrée superbe noire et liséré Orange, McLaren GT a apporté quelques modifications à l’auto. Le capot et le radiateur sont inspirés de la 650S GT3. L’aérodynamisme a été amélioré et préparé au circuit. La carrosserie est modifiée avec l’ajout d’un large splitter avant, d’un aileron arrière et d’un extracteur nouveau. Le capot et le radiateur avant sont inspirés de la 650S GT3.
==> McLaren 650S GT3 sur la piste du Salon de l’auto de Genève 2016 : 500 ch pour le FIA GT3
McLaren 570S GT4 – front / avant – 2016
McLaren 570S GT4 – front side-face / profil avant – 2016
McLaren 570S GT4 – front side-face / profil avant – open doors / portes ouvertes – 2016
McLaren 570S GT4 – side-face / profil – 2016
McLaren 570S GT4 – rear side-face / profil arrière – 2016
McLaren 570S GT4 – rear / arrière – 2016
Châssis de McLaren 570S GT4
==> McLaren 570S Coupé, the reveal photos pre-launch #NYIAS 2015: The Orange McLaren power!
Of course, la GT4 garde l’architecture déjà au top avec carbon fibre MonoCell chassis de la 570S. La 570S GT4 bénéficiera de nouvelles jantes en magnésium équipées de pneux slick Pirelli.
The track-only 570S GT4 shares the carbon fibre MonoCell II chassis architecture with the other models in the Sports Series.
Carbon fibre and aluminium are used for the reprofiled bodywork, which is formed over wider track both front and rear to accommodate centre-locking lightweight cast magnesium alloy wheels shod with slick Pirelli racing tyres.
Moteur de McLaren 570S GT4
Le moteur V8 double turbo 3,8 litres de la GT4 est le même que celui du modèle de route Sport Series 570S. A quelque détail près, et pour se conformer aux règles pour du championnat GT4.
The McLaren designed and developed 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 M838TE engine is carried over from the road-going Sports Series model. The seven-speed seamless shift gearbox is also familiar to the other models in the range, transferring power to the track via the rear wheels.
Moteur de McLaren 570S
Le moteur, toujours installé en position centrale arrière, est une version du V8 3,8 litres biturbo proposant un couple de un couple de 600 Nm et délivrant 570 ch. en référence à la dénomination choisie par McLaren. 570 ch, c’est 80 ch de moins que la 650S. Le moteur dénommé M838TE est associé à une boîte automatique à double embrayage à 7 rapports. McLaren annonce des performances de haut niveau et proches de la 650S. Le 0 à 100 km/h serait abattu en 3,2 secondes (3 s pour sa grande sœur !) Quant aux 200 km/h, ils seraient atteints en 9,5 secondes. (Chiffre pour la 570S de base)
Moteur M838T
English summary
McLaren 570S GT4
The track-only 570S GT4 shares the carbon fibre MonoCell II chassis architecture with the other models in the Sports Series. This marks the first time the technology has been made available in the GT4 category, and the race-derived material is of clear benefit with inherent strength and light weight. Driver protection is further enhanced with the addition of an FIA-approved rollcage and fire extinguisher system. Carbon fibre and aluminium are used for the reprofiled bodywork, which is formed over wider track both front and rear to accommodate centre-locking lightweight cast magnesium alloy wheels shod with slick Pirelli racing tyres. Two-way adjustable motorsport dampers with coil-over springs are fitted front and rear, and an on-board air jacking system is fitted as standard.
With a pure focus on laptimes, the 570S GT4 features a unique aerodynamic package which includes a GT4-specification high level rear wing, mounted on aluminium pylons, a larger front splitter and reprofiled floor assembly. An additional front centre high temperature radiator sits below a GT3-inspired bonnet with radiator exit ducts. These upgrades have been designed to optimise the aerodynamic performance and cooling of the 570S GT4 to ensure it is able to perform in the harshest race conditions globally.
The McLaren designed and developed 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 M838TE engine is carried over from the road-going Sports Series model. The seven-speed seamless shift gearbox is also familiar to the other models in the range, transferring power to the track via the rear wheels.
Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse will run one example of the 570S GT4 alongside the confirmed entry of the 650S GT3 with Factory Driver Rob Bell alongside Alaisdair McCaig. Driver details for the season will be announced shortly.
The McLaren Sports Series Expands Track Appeal With 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint
McLaren Automotive has announced two new track-dedicated models of the recently-launched Sports Series: the 570S GT4 and the 570S Sprint. Developed in conjunction with McLaren GT – the motorsport division of McLaren Automotive – and GT racing specialists, CRS GT Limited, the 570S GT4 will now enter an intensive season-long development programme in the British GT championship.
McLaren GT and CRS GT Limited team up
McLaren GT and CRS GT Limited will work with recently confirmed customer team Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse, with the 570S GT4 competing in the full nine round calendar, including the famous Spa-Francorchamps. The programme will be a rigorous testing schedule in live race environments. The 570S Sprint, which will be revealed in the coming weeks, will be dedicated for private trackdays and is therefore unrestricted by racing regulations. However, 570S Sprint owners will be able to upgrade to GT4 specification.
McLaren Automotive has also confirmed the appointment of Ansar Ali to the role of Motorsport Director. The newly-created role highlights a new focus on motorsport by McLaren Automotive where Ali will be responsible for on-going strategy and management of motorsport activities.
‘As with road-going models wearing a McLaren badge, the 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint models are about being an engaging and exciting drive. The launch of the Sports Series has broadened McLaren to a new audience, introducing technologies to the sports car market and to a new group of customers. The 570S GT4 is doing the same in the motorsport world, and will bring the opportunity to own and race a McLaren – previously limited to a very small number of people – to a much wider group.
’I am extremely pleased to welcome Ansar to McLaren Automotive in such a key role. Motorsport is part of the lifeblood of McLaren, and this role will be key to our long-term plans.’
- Mike Flewitt, Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Automotive
‘I am extremely proud and honoured to be joining McLaren Automotive at such a pivotal time. Activities on track have played such a significant part in the history of making McLaren globally recognised. The opportunity to play a major part in shaping its future motorsport strategy is extremely exciting, and the 570S GT4 and 570S Sprint models are an important initial step.’ - Ansar Ali, Motorsport Director, McLaren Automotive
‘The 570S GT4 marks a key development of McLaren as a player in the motorsport world, opening the opportunity to race to a much broader skill level of driver. The 650S GT3, which raced very successfully for the first time last year, is focused on drivability and made its performance envelope easier to access and exploit. Its race results speak for themselves. The 570S GT4 model will take this to the next level providing drivers with the confidence and feedback to push and exploit the boundaries of what the car can do.’ - Andrew Kirkaldy, Managing Director, CRS GT Limited
McLaren 570S GT4 – British GT Media Day
The McLaren 570S GT4 is the first racecar in the Sports Series model range, it made its first track debut today at the British GT Media Day and is backed by McLaren GT and Black Bull Ecurie Ecosse, a British GT team currently running a McLaren 650S GT3. The team will field one unit of the 570S GT4 in the 2016 British GT championship as part of a competitive development program.
McLaren 570S GT4 – British GT Media Day – Photos
McLaren 570S GT4 – rear / arrière – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
McLaren 570S GT4 – rear side-face / profil arrière – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
McLaren 570S GT4 – front side-face / profil avant – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
Grid-start GT4 – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
GT4 – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
McLaren 570S GT4 – front / avant – 2016 – on track – Photo via British GT Championship
McLaren 570S GT4 – British GT season 2016
The new McLaren race car will make its competitive debut at Brands Hatch over the weekend of 16-17 April. Official public debut for the 570S GT4 is scheduled to take place during the British GT season opener at Brands Hatch on April 16.
Racing Start – 570S GT4
We join the new 570S GT4 at its first test as McLaren readies the Sports Series to go racing.
Source et images :
McLaren Automotive, McLaren GT, British GT Championship
Partager la publication "570S GT4 by McLaren GT, motorsport division of McLaren Automotive, sur la grille de départ du GT4"
Ewen LJ
