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Mecedes AMG GT3

GT3 (2010)Mercedes-Benz
550 hp
Horsepower
1245 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2020
Year

Mercedes-AMG GT3 (GT3)

The Mercedes-AMG GT3 is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive GT3 race car developed by Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing for global sprint and endurance competition. It pairs a naturally aspirated V8 with a long, low chassis and the kind of high-speed stability that has made the AMG GT3 one of the most recognizable silhouettes in GT racing.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 6.3L AMG M159 naturally aspirated V8 (front-mounted, longitudinal)

  • Total Output: ~550 hp (410 kW) depending on Balance of Performance

  • Redline: ~7,500–8,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential racing gearbox

  • Weight: 1,245 kg minimum

  • Dimensions: ~4,617 mm long × 2,050 mm wide × 1,286 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,630 mm

  • Tires: GT3 slicks on racing wheels (BoP and series dependent)

  • Brakes: Carbon racing discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Mercedes-AMG GT3 is a stable, confidence-inspiring GT3 car that rewards smooth inputs and good momentum management. Its long wheelbase and front-engine balance give it strong composure through fast corners, while the wide stance and aero package make it feel planted when the track is flowing. Compared to more rear-biased GT3 cars, it tends to be predictable on entry and more forgiving when you're still learning a circuit.

Engine & Sound: The big naturally aspirated V8 is the star of the show — deep, muscular, and full of character. It pulls cleanly through the mid-range with a hard-edged bark at high rpm, and the sound in the cockpit is one of the most satisfying in GT racing. There’s no turbo lag or hybrid intervention here, just immediate throttle response and a classic V8 shove.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Very stable on turn-in with mild understeer if you over-slow the car or ask too much of the front tires.

  • Traction: Strong and progressive rear grip, making it friendly on exit if you feed the power in smoothly.

  • Braking: Excellent braking performance with good stability, especially from high speed.

  • Top Speed: Competitive in most GT3 BoP scenarios, though it may trade ultimate straight-line pace for stability and drivability.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it with patience. The AMG GT3 likes clean inputs, early stabilization, and proper corner exit planning. It shines on fast, flowing tracks and endurance stints where consistency matters more than aggressiveness.

Livery & Aesthetics: The AMG GT3 looks every bit the part of a factory-built endurance weapon — aggressive nose, muscular proportions, and a massive rear wing. In sim, it carries Mercedes-AMG’s unmistakable motorsport presence, whether in silver, black, or customer team liveries.

Whether you're chasing hot laps or racing in traffic, the Mercedes-AMG GT3 is a rewarding, approachable, and deeply satisfying GT car that delivers classic V8 drama with modern race-bred performance.