2013 McLaren 12C GT3 Reveals Specifications

2013 McLaren 12C GT3 will compete in this year's season and will continue to be driven by all active GT teams that competed last year. In addition, several new teams have now mercy model year befall the 2013th Further, the data of the new McLaren already described, and shows that some of the changes in the. Control, reliability and efficiency with reduced complexity.

Some changes include a revised aerodynamic package, with a revised ECU improved electrical system and alternative dampers. What's more, the 12C GT3 also from an upgraded is cooling system, benefit that maximizes the performance of the car in more different conditions in the global championships. There are also obvious transformations on the hood and ducts, which now ensure that the 12C GT3 competition run at higher temperatures. In addition to the revised aerodynamic package improves the balance and relationship management of the vehicle.

2013 McLaren 12C GT3 technical specifications:

Chassis / Body:

• McLaren cell monocarboxylic with aluminum front and rear subframes

• Custom lightweight carbon fiber body parts

• LHD

• FIA approved roll cage safety

Aerodynamics:

• For Splitter

• Rear wing, complete with adjustable bed

• Front and rear grills

Engine / Management:

• Race ready 3.8L V8 twin turbo McLaren M838T

• McLaren Electronics ECU interfaces with Bosch ABS and transmission controls Shiftec

Transmission:

• Six-speed sequential racing gearbox pneumatically operated via steering wheel controls

Electrical System:

• Lightweight racing specification wiring and connections

• Electronic Power Management System

• Membrane Type Panel

Data System:

• McLaren Electronics 'ATLAS' Data System

• Digital dash display

Front / Rear suspension:

• Double wishbone adjustable ride height, camber and toe

• Four-way adjustable dampers with coil springs or springs

• Motorsport axles with single nut

• Adjustable stabilizers

• Forged aluminum wheels: 12 "x 18", rear 13 "x 18"

Steering:

• Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering

• Unique McLaren GT steering wheel of the MP4-24 Formula 1 wheel developed

Fuel System:

• Motorsport "tank bag" with 120L Capacity

• Motorsport "quick-fill" system

Lubrication:

• Mobile engine and gearbox lubrication

Brake System:

• Akebono monoblock brake calipers with vented discs:

o Front - 6-piston calipers, 378Ø x 36mm disc

o Rear - 4-piston caliper, 355Ø x 32mm disc

• Bosch Motorsport ABS

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McLaren X-1 Concept

The first big surprise of the weekend in Monterey, Pebble Beach is officially landed. The machine you see above is the McLaren X-1 concept, and it is made by McLaren Special Operations for an anonymous client. Among the crazy part of the body is the British company's unique carbon mono-cell - the same basic structure, which is based on the MP4-12C. MSO program director Paul MacKenzie describes how it came about:

"One of our clients who already owned a McLaren F1, a Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and now a 12C, wanted a unique car. The conversation began with our Executive Chairman Ron Dennis almost three years ago − before the 12C was even launched. The client wanted a machine that had all the capability of the 12C but wrapped in a unique body that reflected his needs and personality."

We are not sure we would want words "timeless and classic elegance," which use X-1, to describe (at least without seeing it in person), that's what she had longed for the customer for, but the result is nothing, if not eye-catching and memorable. Design Director Frank Stephenson used vehicle, such as the 1961 Facel Vega, 1953 Chrysler d'Elegance Ghia, 1959 Buick Electra, 1939 Mercedes-Benz 540K and 1971 Citroen SM for inspiration.

The first draft, after a competition was held between the McLaren's own designers and a select number of cars outside the world was born, McLaren-RCA graduates Korean Hong Yeo. It took two and a half years to complete, after the design is completed and the company says all the lights on the wheels are made specifically for this project.

Most of the carbon-fiber body is painted black piano lacquer, although some of the panels shows shine through the natural carbon weave, and all polishing work - including the so-called Airbrake McLaren rear wing - was carved out of solid aluminum and nickel. The interior is finished in Harissa Red Nappa leather. We recommend a look at the McLaren X-1 in our high-res image gallery above, and you can bet that we live recordings of this force in a short time. If nothing else, one thing is absolutely clear that Ferrari has some real competition at McLaren when it comes to building customized supercars for wealthy clients.

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2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider

McLaren has just upped the ante for the MP4-12C supercar, by chopping off her head! Yes, that's right, the new MP4-12C spider made recently by McLaren, with a special retractable hardtop that can be operated at speeds up to 19 mph and can open or close completely within 17 seconds.

"I am delighted to inform you that the new Spider-12C is now available to order at McLaren retailers worldwide. The start of our second model is an important milestone in the development of our company," says Antony Sheriff, managing director of McLaren Automotive. "While the 12C is the core technology of a racing car, the Spider 12C with an additional dimension. 12C Spider-owners enjoy the opportunity to hear the roof is lowered and the unfettered howl of a V8 twin turbo engine at full throttle."

Of course, the power of the McLaren MP4-12C Spider the standard MP4 owns twin-turbo 3.8L V8 is the cog with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox swapper. Thus, for a 616hp 0-60 run of just 3.1 seconds and a top running slightly to 204 mph, a decrease of the coupe, the reduced 207 MPH. The new 2013 McLaren MP4-12C spider will be hitting retailers around the world from November 2012 to a price of £ 195,500 or $ 265,750 U.S.

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