Lamborghini Temerario GT3
Lamborghini has reaffirmed its commitment to international motorsport and today launches the new Temerario GT3, the very first race car derived from the Temerario road model. The Temerario GT3, which will compete in race series around the world, sets a new standard for the company's competition cars and is the first to be entirely designed, developed and built at the Sant'Agata Bolognese factory in Italy. Conceived from the outset with a motorsport derivative in mind, the Temerario project has allowed for strategic integration of race-oriented engineering from the earliest design stages.
As a result of this innovative approach by Lamborghini, the GT3 features an adapted version of the aluminum spaceframe chassis, specifically modified to meet the structural and serviceability requirements of racing. It is powered by the same 4-liter V8 twin-turbo engine as the Temerario production model, which has been re-engineered specifically in the area of forced induction, with redesigned turbocharging components to comply with GT3 regulations and deliver peak performance under race conditions.
"The Temerario GT3 is the first racing derivative of the Temerario project, further emphasizing Lamborghini's strong commitment to motorsport as a key tool for promoting our brand," stated Stephan Winkelmann, Lamborghini Chairman and CEO. "Following the sporting and commercial success of the Huracán GT3 project, with which we won 96 championships and sold over 200 units, we have always envisioned racing derivatives from the very inception of the Temerario project. The Temerario GT3 will set a benchmark for its competitors, just as the road-going Temerario has."
"The Temerario GT3 has been designed with the end user in mind," said Lamborghini Chief Technical Officer, Rouven Mohr. "Everything has been considered, from the efficiency of the aerodynamics to the power curve to the way in which the team is able to operate the car. The car operates in a slightly different area of the performance windows, that are used to balance the cars of different configuration, compared to its predecessor. We are confident that it will be competitive in terms of lap time, while also rewarding to drive in a wide range of conditions, including at night and in the rain. The development team has worked hard to ensure the car has a wide operating window, and that the teams are better able to work on it."
All aspects of the Lamborghini Temerario GT3 have been carefully optimized for competition while the design team has also retained the essence of the production car. The project draws on the experience of Lamborghini's motorsport department with the Huracán GT3, which has achieved 96 titles worldwide in GT3 competitions over the past ten years.
CHASSIS
The aluminum spaceframe has been taken from the Temerario production line and converted for racing use through extensive lightweighting and simplification. In particular, the frame has been simplified to allow for quick removal and reattachment of the front and rear subframes during trackside operations. The removable rear subframe has been specially developed by Squadra Corse to accommodate the components of the engine and the new transmission, while all unnecessary brackets, which in the production car support the hybrid components, have been removed as they are not present in this racing version. In the central part of the aluminum frame a roll cage has been integrated, complying with FIA GT3 safety standards. The front subframe has also been modified, with removal of the electric motors that characterize the production car.
BODYWORK
Mounted on the chassis is new bodywork made from carbon composite material for the first time, to reduce the base weight of the car as far as possible. The bodywork is the result of a collaborative effort between the aerodynamics team at Squadra Corse and the Lamborghini Centro Stile. The aim was to maintain the production car's unmistakable style while adapting it to the requirements of the new engine and brake cooling system, achieving the desired performance targets for downforce and drag to ensure optimal aerodynamic balance.
Additionally, the bodywork has been engineered for quick disassembly and reassembly during race weekends, to reduce time on pit road in case of repair. The front and rear ends of the bodywork are each constructed from a single piece. The rear diffuser, engine cover and bonnet have also been designed for rapid removal. Even the front lights feature a quick connector system for quick disassembly. The floor comes in four separate parts including two sections ahead of the front axle - one through the center of the car - and a powerful rear diffuser. The center section has been designed so that it can, if necessary, be changed while the car is on its air jacks in the pit lane.
The refuelling system has been updated to increase the flow rate into the tank, while the tank design has been changed, enabling a new fuel sensor to be used to provide more accurate readings to the team. The aerodynamics have been optimized to improve the stability of the car under braking and reduce balance shift through cornering. With temperature management in mind, airflow to the radiators has also been improved as has the front radiator design, with efficiency of paramount importance. The removal of the hybrid unit from the engine has in turn increased demand on the turbochargers, which require greater airflow to maintain control of their temperature.
POWERTRAIN
Power comes from the production-derived 4-liter, V8 twin-turbo engine that has been developed by Lamborghini engineers with a new turbocharger and compressor unit. This is due to the car meeting international GT3 regulations which do not permit hybrid systems. In doing so, Lamborghini has changed the way in which the engine delivers the 550 hp (subject to balance of performance) instead of 800 hp as in the road engine.
The powertrain of the road vehicle was developed by Lamborghini's R&D engineers with a design architecture explicitly oriented towards potential motorsport integration from the initial concept phase, including state-of-the-art engineering solutions such as the flat-plane crankshaft with a 180-degree angle between the crankpins. This crankshaft, typically used in racing engines, ensures optimal fluid dynamic behavior due to even firing orders compared to the cross-plane crankshaft, along with a uniquely engaging sound. Titanium conrods reduce the rotating masses and offer excellent material properties in terms of strength and lightness, reducing weight.
The twin-turbo combustion engine is paired with a six-speed transverse gearbox. The airbox has been redesigned to meet the new requirements of the smaller turbochargers used in the race version, differing from those found in the road-going model. The engine has been completely recalibrated to deliver maximum performance across a broader rev range. Development of the vehicle was carried out using Pertamina Fastron Lubricants racing motor oil. The exhaust system is a custom solution developed specifically for the Temerario GT3 and is supplied by Capristo.
WHEELS AND SUSPENSION
The new model features a longer wheelbase compared to its predecessor, and a wider track front and rear, with the aim of improving stability in cornering. For the first time, the suspension features new 6-way dampers from KW, which is also the supplier for the SC63 LMDh project. The mounting points of the suspension no longer require carbon inserts in the chassis, but instead use mounting plates. The new suspension can also be changed quickly in the pits, saving time during the practice sessions by enabling fast changes to the basic setup. Tires are mounted on 18-inch wheels supplied by Ronal AG. The Temerario GT3 also features a custom hydraulic steering rack designed to achieve optimal suspension geometry and maximize performance with products from all the leading tire manufacturers to ensure that it remains competitive across the full range of championships around the world.
INTERIOR
The driver experience has been engineered with the support of Lamborghini factory drivers Marco Mapelli and Andrea Caldarelli, whose insights have been fundamental in refining ergonomics, control layout and usability during high-performance driving. In the cockpit, the electronics have been updated to improve the driver experience. The integration of state-of-the-art hardware has enabled the development of dedicated software, customized directly by Lamborghini to ensure optimal vehicle control. The switchgear in the cockpit is new, featuring updated graphics, and a more complete data logger. The steering wheel has been designed by Lamborghini based on customized specifications, incorporating feedback from its factory and customer drivers.
DEBUT
The Temerario GT3 has been developed to be competitive with all relevant makes of tires and GT3 regulations and aims to serve the needs of Lamborghini's customer teams, who require an increasingly refined and raceable product. The development phase will conclude during the 2026 season when the car will debut in a series of selected events, with the maiden outing planned for the Sebring 12 Hours in March. Lamborghini also remains committed to providing technical support to all customer teams still racing with the Huracán in the upcoming season during this transition phase.
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