More Power and Standard Air Conditioning

The racing-specific model "911 GT3 R," based on the production sports car911 GT3 RS" with a powerful naturally aspirated engine and lightweight body, debuted in 2016. This machine, familiar from races like the Nürburgring 24 Hours and Japan's Super GT, has now had its 2019 model details announced.

The new model places particular emphasis on increased engine power, more efficient aerodynamics, optimized safety, and reduced costs for service and spare parts.

The engine in the new 911 GT3 R, mounted at the rear and largely identical to that of the 911 GT3 RS, is a naturally aspirated, water-cooled, flat-six engine. With direct fuel injection at up to 200 bar, variable intake and exhaust valve timing, and six electronically controlled throttle butterflies, its maximum output has been increased to 550 ps.

The torque band has also been widened, and it is transmitted to the 310mm-wide rear wheels via a paddle-operated 6-speed constant mesh sequential transmission.

The brakes feature front opposing 6-piston aluminum monobloc racing calipers and 390mm diameter steel ventilated grooved brake discs, with improved rigidity and ABS control precision, and rear opposing 4-piston calipers with 370mm discs.

Combined with powerful downforce generated by features such as the front wheel arch air vents and the 1,900mm wide, 400mm deep rear wing, this ensures maximum braking performance and stability during races.

For weight reduction, lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) has been used for the roof, front hood and fenders, wheel arches, doors, side and tail sections, rear lid, and interior trim, while all windows are made of polycarbonate.

For safety, a 120-liter FT3 safety fuel cell is used, allowing refueling from either side depending on the circuit layout. The doors and side windows are removable, and the bucket seat is bolted in six places to improve driver protection in the event of a collision.

Furthermore, the cockpit has been redesigned with an ergonomic center console tailored to the driver. Air conditioning has also been introduced for the first time. Porsche explains that this not only provides ideal cabin cooling but also allows for efficient driver cooling by directing air directly to the seat and the driver's helmet, thereby maintaining the driver's concentration and consistent performance during races.

The price is 459,000 Euros (approximately 59.95 million yen), with deliveries scheduled to begin after December 2018.