McLaren 765LT (Super Street)
The McLaren 765LT is the hardcore, lightweight evolution of the 720S — a road-legal track weapon built around brutal performance, razor-sharp responses, and McLaren’s obsession with power-to-weight. The “LT” badge means Longtail, and this one takes the formula seriously with more power, less mass, and extra aero.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 4.0L twin-turbocharged M840T V8, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~755 hp (562 kW)
Redline: ~8,500 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,339 kg dry
Dimensions: ~4,600 mm long × 1,930 mm wide × 1,196 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,670 mm
Tires: Pirelli P Zero performance tires on lightweight forged wheels
Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with high-performance multi-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 765LT is an explosive but highly precise supercar that rewards commitment and clean inputs. It feels compact, eager to rotate, and incredibly fast once the turbo V8 is on boost. Compared with the standard 720S, it has a more aggressive edge — sharper on entry, livelier at the rear, and more rewarding when you drive it hard and keep it loaded through the corner.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V8 delivers a deep, mechanical burble at low rpm before surging into a hard-edged, high-boost scream. Turbo spool is very noticeable, and the car builds speed with a violent midrange punch that makes every straight feel shorter. It’s not the most exotic sounding McLaren, but it has serious presence and urgency.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Exceptionally sharp turn-in with strong front-end bite. It rotates quickly, so the car feels alive on entry and mid-corner.
Traction: Good grip for a rear-drive hyper-performing road car, but it will absolutely punish clumsy throttle application on exit.
Braking: Very strong stopping power with excellent pedal confidence and easy modulation once the tires are warm.
Top Speed: Extremely fast in a straight line, with power delivery that keeps building aggressively as boost comes in.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and decisively. The 765LT thrives when you trust the aero, commit to the brake, and pick up throttle early but progressively. It shines on technical circuits where its low weight and precision matter more than raw stability.
Livery & Aesthetics: The 765LT looks every bit the weapon — longtail proportions, dramatic rear aero, aggressive vents, and that unmistakable McLaren silhouette. In sim, it has a clean, purposeful appearance that makes it feel expensive, exotic, and ready for track duty straight from the factory.
Whether you're carving up canyon-style roads, hot lapping, or battling other high-end exotics, the McLaren 765LT is one of the most thrilling modern supercars to drive in sim racing — fast, sharp, and unapologetically extreme.