McLaren Automotive has just announced the release of the new 720S GT3 EVO, which aims to improve on the already impressive performance of the previous 720S GT3.

The new vehicle is set to be homologated for the 2023 season and will be available as either a ground-up build or as an update package for an existing car. The 720S GT3 EVO is designed to build on the success of the 720S at the head of the international GT3 field, ensuring that McLaren remains a pace-setter in the industry.

One of the key areas of improvement in the 720S GT3 EVO is its aerodynamic performance.

The new vehicle has more overall downforce, with the balance shifted forwards, making it more consistent in traffic. The front bumper and splitter now feature quick-release fastenings for easy removal and replacement. The front bonnet gurney helps with balance and improves cooling performance, while the auxiliary lamp positions have been changed to improve night visibility during longer-distance events. At the rear, the wing pylon mechanism can now be easily adjusted, and the rear wing gurney is taller to enhance downforce without upsetting overall balance.

The suspension of the 720S GT3 EVO has also undergone significant changes.

The vehicle now features all-new TTX40 Ohlins 4-way adjustable dampers with high-frequency pistons and adjustable lengths. The front and rear upper wishbones have been changed, with the front now adjustable to improve tire management options. The rear has an improved geometry to suit upright changes, with the uprights themselves featuring a bolted brake caliper for quick changes of the entire system as a unit. This makes the vehicle more robust in wheel-to-wheel contact situations. The 720S GT3 EVO’s brakes now have closed face bells for improved disc durability.

The 720S GT3 EVO is designed to be an accessible vehicle for customers of all abilities. Existing 720S GT3 owners and teams can purchase a full update kit with the option to use existing hub units or complete upright assemblies. The EVO package has incorporated feedback from teams to improve consistency of performance and serviceability, ensuring that the McLaren 720S will continue to set the pace in GT3 racing for many more years to come.

According to Ian Morgan, Director of Motorsport at McLaren Automotive, “The McLaren 720S GT3 has been an incredible success in GT3 racing since its phenomenal debut four years ago…In that time, we’ve maintained a close relationship with our customer racing teams and have incorporated many of their recommendations into the new EVO package, improving consistency of performance and serviceability.”

In conclusion, the new McLaren 720S GT3 EVO is a vehicle that builds on the race-winning performance of its predecessor, while also enhancing accessibility for customer racing. With improved aerodynamic performance, serviceability, and robustness in wheel-to-wheel contact situations, the 720S GT3 EVO is set to continue McLaren’s legacy as a pace-setter in the GT3 racing industry.

In Summary

• Improved aerodynamic performance with more overall downforce, balance shifted forwards, and greater consistency in traffic
• Front bumper and splitter feature quick-release fastenings for easy removal and replacement
• Front bonnet gurney helps with balance and improves cooling performance
• Auxiliary lamp positions have been changed for better night visibility in longer-distance events
• Wing pylon mechanism can now be easily adjusted, and the rear wing gurney is taller to enhance downforce without upsetting overall balance
• All-new TTX40 Ohlins 4-way adjustable dampers with high-frequency pistons and adjustable lengths
• Front and rear upper wishbones have been changed, with the front now adjustable to improve tire management options
• Uprights now feature a bolted brake caliper for quick changes of the entire system as a unit and a built-in track rod clevis, making it more robust in wheel-to-wheel contact situations
• Brakes now have closed face bells for improved disc durability

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McLaren Automotive has not disclosed the price of the new 720S GT3 EVO, as the cost may vary depending on the customer’s specific needs and requirements. However, interested parties can contact McLaren Automotive to request more information on pricing and purchasing options. The 720S GT3 EVO is available to order now and can be purchased as a ground-up build or as an update package for an existing car.