The GT3 competitor makes its debut following that of the new Huracan LP 620-2 Super Trofeo, which will be the protagonist of the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo in Europe, Asia and North America from this year.
Starting in 2015, the Huracan GT3 will line up in the Blancpain Endurance Series that runs over five venues in Europe, among which is included the famous Spa-Francorchamps 24-hours race.
The growth and success of Lamborghini motorsports activities throughout the world has heightened its appeal to partners: the prestigious Indonesian oil and energy petroleum company Pertamina will be the official technical partner of Lamborghini Squadra Corse activities in the coming years.
"With the Huracan GT3, Lamborghini Squadra Corse takes a further step forward in the development and production of a race car for this category, which is among the most prestigious and challenging in international motorsport. Lamborghini is thus for the first time directly involved in GT motorsport activities with the in-house development of this new model,'' declared Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini.
The Huracan GT3 is equipped with an Alu-Carbon chassis and a fully integrated FIA-compliant roll-cage.
The kerb weight is 1,239kg with a 42/58 front/rear weight distribution.
The bodywork is in composite materials and, along with the aerodynamics, has been developed in collaboration with Dallara Engineering.
As for the Huracan Super Trofeo, the GT3 is equipped with new bodywork fast- fittings and equipped with a new, enhanced-performing engine and gearbox oil cooler.
Special attention has been given to safety, with the Huracan GT3 equipped with a carbon frame 8862 specification seat; an OMP fire extinguishing system; and an innovative roof hatch which enables, in case of need, quick assistance by medical personnel through the roof of the car. Seat belts are provided by OMP, the fuel tank is an FT3 type and the pedals are adjustable.
The new rear-wheel drive Huracan GT3 adopts the V10 direct injection engine mounted on the road car, managed by a Bosch Motorsport control unit that also manages traction control, gearbox and the TFT display on the dashboard.
The engine is coupled with a sequential six-speed gearbox, according to FIA regulations, and a three-disc racing clutch.
In Europe, the Huracan GT3 is priced at 369,000 Euro (excluding taxes) ex works.
