Mercedes-AMG GT2 Edition W16: Powerful Racing Car
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Mercedes-AMG GT2 Edition W16: A Track-Only Beast Inspired by Formula 1
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Mercedes-AMG expands its motorsport portfolio with the limited-edition GT2 Edition W16, blending GT2 performance with styling cues and technology from the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team.Patroned by F1 driver Kimi Antonelli, only 30 units will be produced.
Overview: Blurring the Lines Between GT Racing and formula 1
The Mercedes-AMG Motorsport team has unveiled the GT2 Edition W16,a special version of the Mercedes-AMG GT2. First introduced in late 2022, the GT2 serves as a customer racing platform. This new Edition W16 takes that platform to another level, incorporating design elements and performance enhancements directly inspired by the current Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team‘s W16 E Performance car. Kimi Antonelli, a rising star in Formula 1, serves as the patron of this exclusive model.
Performance Enhancements: Unleashing 830 Horsepower
The GT2 Edition W16 is not homologated for any specific racing series, granting Mercedes-AMG freedom to prioritize performance above all else. It retains the core 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine from the standard GT2,but with notable upgrades. New turbochargers and recalibrated engine electronics boost the engine’s output to an impressive 830 hp (610 kW).
Push2Pass Function: A Temporary surge of Power
The car’s peak performance is unlocked through the “Push2Pass” function. Activated by a button on the multifunction steering wheel, this system temporarily increases boost pressure, adding an extra 100 hp (73 kW) and 200 Nm of torque. this brings the maximum torque to a staggering 1,000 Nm. The Push2Pass system provides a strategic advantage for overtaking and maximizing track performance.
The resulting power-to-weight ratio is approximately 1.7 kg/hp, thanks to a curb weight of just 1,430 kg.Weight optimization is further achieved through the use of new magnesium rims, visually linked to the Formula 1 car’s wheel design.