Porsche unveils the new 911 GT4 R for global customer motorsport
Key Points:
- Porsche Motorsport has introduced the new Porsche 911 GT4 R, elevating its GT4 program with a model based on the 992.2 911 GT3, aimed at competing in North America's IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge and SRO Pirelli GT4 America series.
- The 911 GT4 R features a more powerful 4.0-liter six-cylinder boxer engine producing up to 520 PS, wider track widths, enhanced motorsport electronics, and a chassis adapted to GT4 regulations, designed to improve lap times, drivability, and stability.
- The car incorporates natural-fiber-reinforced plastic in body and cockpit components for weight reduction and uses a 10.3-inch color display with integrated data logging and GPS for performance analysis during races.
- Porsche highlights the growing significance of the GT4 category in international motorsport, noting that the 911 GT4 R offers a seamless transition for drivers from Porsche one-make series to GT4 competition, leveraging shared technology with the 911 Cup.
- Since entering GT4 racing in 2016, Porsche has produced over 1,500 GT4 cars and achieved significant success in North America, including multiple driver and team championships in IMSA and SRO GT4 America series.