McLaren F1 GTR

McLaren F1 GTR
McLaren F1 GTR in 1998 Goodwood Festival of Speed
CategoryGT1
Designer(s)Gordon Murray
Paul Rosche (engine designer) (BMW)
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon fiber monocoque
Suspension (front)Revised McLaren F1 double wishbone suspension system
Suspension (rear)Revised McLaren F1 double wishbone suspension system
EngineBMW S70/2 6,064 cc (370.0 cu in) V12 naturally-aspirated, rear, mid-mounted
Transmission6-speed
TiresMichelin Pilot SX
Competition history
Notable entrants
Notable drivers
Debut1995 Circuito de Jerez
RacesWinsPoles
120+386
Constructors' Championships3
Drivers' Championships0

The McLaren F1 GTR is the racing variant of the McLaren F1 sports car first produced in 1995 for grand touring style racing, such as the BPR Global GT Series, FIA GT Championship, JGTC, and British GT Championship. It was powered by the naturally aspirated BMW S70/2 V12 engine. It is most famous for its overall victory at the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans where it won against faster purpose-built prototypes in very wet conditions. The F1 GTR raced internationally until 2005 when the final race chassis was retired.