Ligier JS P320 LMP3 (LMP3 Prototype)
The Ligier JS P320 is a modern French LMP3 prototype built by Ligier Automotive for endurance racing in series like ELMS, IMSA, and the Le Mans Cup. It uses a regulated Nissan V8 package on a lightweight carbon-fiber tub, delivering accessible prototype performance with real sports-car racing character.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: Nissan VK56DE-derived 5.6L naturally aspirated V8 (front-mid mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~455 hp (340 kW)
Redline: ~7,400–7,600 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed sequential
Weight: 950 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~4,650 mm long × 1,900 mm wide × 1,145 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,730 mm
Tires: Michelin slicks on 18-inch prototype wheels
Brakes: Carbon racing discs with 4-piston calipers
Layout: Front-mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The JS P320 is a light, mechanical, and confidence-building prototype that sits just below LMP2 in speed but keeps much of the same endurance-racer feel. It’s compact, agile, and rewards smooth inputs, with quick direction changes and a forgiving balance that makes it a favorite for long stints and close racing. Compared with faster prototypes, it feels less extreme on the limit, which makes it especially enjoyable for drivers learning the closed-cockpit prototype style.
Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V8 gives the Ligier a deep, purposeful, and very racey exhaust note. It doesn’t have the sharp hybrid whine of modern top-class machinery, but it builds revs with a strong, linear pull and a muscular mid-range bark that sounds great through high-speed corners and on corner exit.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Predictable turn-in with good rotation, especially when trail-braking cleanly.
Traction: Solid rear grip, though throttle discipline still matters when the tires are cold or worn.
Braking: Strong and stable under heavy braking, with enough modulation to attack entries confidently.
Top Speed: Respectable on the straights, but more about consistency and momentum than raw power.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and keep the platform settled. The JS P320 rewards momentum, tidy steering, and early commitment on exit more than late, aggressive corrections. It shines on technical endurance circuits where stability and tire management matter.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Ligier JS P320 has that classic prototype look — low, wide, and purposeful with sharp bodywork, a clean canopy, and aggressive aero detailing. In sim form, it looks right at home in endurance liveries, with plenty of room for sponsor graphics and team colors.
Whether you're running hot laps, multiclass races, or long-endurance stints, the Ligier JS P320 brings authentic LMP3 flavor to the sim: approachable, fast, and endlessly raceable.
