Lexus RC F GT3 concept unveiled

The new Lexus RC F coupé is being prepared to go GT3 racing. With the project entrusted to the brand’s Techno Craft subsidiary, the RC F GT3 will be made available to teams from next year.

Wider bodywork, a lower stance and the requisite aerodynamic components give the car a suitably purposeful look. The usual interior has been discarded in favour of a single race seat and roll cage, which has helped to bring the weight down to 1,250 kg (2,755 lbs). That’s around 550 kg (1,212 lbs) lighter than a road-going RC F.

Lexus RC F GT3 Concept 2014 Front Side

To go with those modifications the 5.0 litre V8 engine has been tweaked too. In the RC F GT3 it’s going to produce around 532 bhp (397 kW / 540 PS), an increase of approximately 20%.

Although the car’s competition debut won’t take place until 2015, Lexus is planning to display the GT3 concept at the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show alongside the production RC F.

Lexus RC F GT3 Concept 2014 InteriorLexus RC F GT3 Concept 2014 Rear Side

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