McLaren 720S GT3X Unleashed: The Full Power of a Race Car
McLaren's automotive prowess is evident in its highly acclaimed supercars and championship-winning Formula 1 cars. This time, McLaren Customer Racing has turned its attention to an unrestricted version of its renowned 720S GT3 race car, creating the GT3X track day model. Designed and developed in-house by McLaren's GT motorsport arm, the GT3X model is track-exclusive and not homologated for any racing class or championship, providing a pure and exhilarating racing experience without any constraints of racing regulations.
Under the Hood
The heart of the 720S GT3X is a specially modified 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine. Coupled with a six-speed sequential motorsport transmission, this engine has been optimized to combine the best features from both road and track variants. The power plant is fitted with a blueprinted cylinder head, strengthened pistons, 'Diamond Like Carbon' (DLC) technology, and a lightweight performance exhaust system, capable of producing an impressive 710bhp. Further enhancing the thrill of track driving is the inclusion of a 30bhp push-to-pass system, activated via a steering wheel-mounted button.
Performance Meets Lightweight Engineering
McLaren's obsession with lightweight engineering is evident in the 720S GT3X. With a curb weight of only 2,668lbs, it is more than 440lbs lighter than its road-going sibling, the 720S supercar. Achieving this feather-light weight involved stripping away all non-essential or luxury items, leaving behind a focused race machine. The result is a remarkable power-to-weight ratio of 587bhp-per-ton.
Advanced Aerodynamics
Years of motorsport experience have gone into the aerodynamic design of the 720S GT3X. Utilizing 'Computational Fluid Dynamics' (CFD) and Formula 1 wind tunnel technology, McLaren has optimized the bodywork for maximum downforce and minimum drag. The striking design, hand-finished in metallic MSO Carbon Black paint, features a refined pinstripe in heritage McLaren Orange along the lower edges of the body and gloss black center-locking wheel rims. The signature 'X' graphic stretches across the upper canopy, marking the car's exclusivity.
Race-Inspired Cockpit
Inside the 720S GT3X, extensive use of lightweight carbon fiber is evident in the stripped-out cabin, designed for outright track performance and functionality. A carbon fiber and Kevlar FIA-approved race seat weighs a mere 22lbs, hugging the driver as the pedal box and steering wheel adjust for a perfect fit. The race steering wheel, equipped with intuitive rotary switches and buttons, places all key functions within easy reach. Uniquely, the 720S GT3X is designed to accommodate a fully safety-compliant passenger race seat with a six-point race harness, allowing thrill-seekers to share the excitement of the racetrack.
Customer Support
McLaren's dedication to its customers extends to providing technical support at the first run of each 720S GT3X. The McLaren Customer Racing division, the same team responsible for designing and developing the model, offers this unique support program.
A Track-Only Legend
The McLaren 720S GT3X represents the pure, unrestricted spirit of a race car, designed to deliver a driving experience like no other. The potent combination of increased power, optimized aerodynamics, and lightweight construction allows drivers to extract the very best performance from the track. Available now from six official McLaren Motorsport Retailers in North America, the 720S GT3X is a testament to McLaren's unrelenting pursuit of excellence.
