Aston Martin AMR-One race car launched
Carbon-fibre, six-cylinder Aston makes its debut at the Geneva motor show, pumping out 400kW and being readied for Intercontinental Le Mans Cup racingGeneva International Motor Show
All-new from the ground up, Aston Martin’s latest race car, named AMR-One, has been unveiled at the Geneva international motor show.
Powered by a bespoke, in-line six-cylinder engine, the AMR-One is both direct injected and tubocharged to deliver 'approximately' 400kW. Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a six-speed traverse-mounted automatic pneumatic shift transmission courtesy of Xtrac racing.
Utilising a lightweight carbon-fibre monocoque open top chassis, and finished in Gulf livery, Aston Martin intends to enter the AMR-One in the Le Mans Cup and has already confirmed its driver lineup and planned race programme.
A total of six AMR-Ones will be built, all sharing design origins with the road-going Aston Martin One-77 (which also features a carbon-fibre monocoque). Designers at Gaydon say the AMR-One was developed closely with the team’s engineers to ensure the optimum blend of aesthetics and aerodynamics.
"Aston Martin's heritage is deeply rooted in endurance sports car racing, so in 2011, we take the next step demonstrating that a small team using advanced design and engineering intelligence will be agile and competitive," explained Aston Martin’s CEO, Dr. Ulrich Bez.
It is expected that the AMR-One will contend selected races in the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup with rounds in the US, Belgium, France, Italy, England and China. The car will make its debut at Paul Ricard on April 1.
Specifications
- Chassis: Carbon-fibre monocoque, load-bearing engine with steel frame
- Configuration: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
- Engine: Six-cylinder DOHC in-line with direct injection (24 valve)
- Induction: Intercooled & turbocharged
- Transmission: Xtrac six-speed semi-automatic pneumatic shift
- Suspension: Double wishbone, push-road dampers, third spring damper (front & rear) / anti-roll bar (front)
- Steering: Rack & pinion with electric power assistance
- Aerodynamics: To LMP1 regulations via CFD in conjunction with Totalsim, including latest regulation fin
- Electronics: Cosworth ECU, data system & telemetry. Full military spec. wiring harness & connectors
- Wheels: 18-inch TWS forged magnesium
- Tyres: Michelin 36/71x18 (front) 37/71x18 (rear)
- Brakes: Brembo six piston calipers (front & rear), carbon 380mm (front), 355mm (rear), carbon pads
- Dimensions: 4640mm (L) x 1990mm (W)
- Wheelbase: 2930mm
- Weight: 900kg
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