Mercedes-Benz has introduced a new track version of the previous generation Mercedes-AMG GT coupe C 190 – this means “heavyweight” the latest generation C 192 is not yet ready for racing.
In March last year, we had already said goodbye to the Mercedes-AMG GT coupe of the C 190 generation, since we believed that the track version presented at that time was the Track Series – his last tour, but in December of the same year the racing Mercedes-AMG GT2 of the 2023 season debuted: it also belongs to the C 190 generation, that is, it has a transaxle-type layout with a gearbox mounted on the rear axle.
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In August of this year, the Mercedes-AMG GT coupe of the C 192 generation made its world premiere and, in theory, new racing and track versions should be made on its basis, but, as it turned out yesterday, the Mercedes-Benz division will continue to use the C 190 platform at racetracks: the new The Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro turns out to be a derivative of the 2023 Mercedes-AMG GT2 and is essentially an updated version of last year's Mercedes-AMG GT Track Series.
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The decision to retain the C 190 platform for racing and track models is not surprising; it is lighter and more precise to drive than the C 192 generation Mercedes-AMG GT platform with a traditional classic layout. It is not yet clear whether the C 192 generation sports car will even have a career in motorsport – it is too heavy and clumsy, the curb weight of the road car is almost two tons, and this is without any hybrid superstructure.
< img src="/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/b18e3995e83e31682b2b0913826fcddf.jpg" />Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro
The weight of the Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro is not specified in the press release, but its predecessor, the Mercedes-AMG GT Track Series, weighs 1,400 kg, and the 2023 Mercedes-AMG GT2 even weighs just under 1,400 kg with air conditioning installed on board (which can be omitted). It turns out that the Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro also weighs about 1400 kg, because there are no fundamental differences between it and the Mercedes-AMG GT2.
Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro
A track car, unlike a racing car, is not intended for competitions; you can only use it to iron the track during free races, hone your driving skills and improve your lap time, but the Mercedes-Benz press service emphasizes that at the request of the owner, the track Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro can be easily converted into a racing Mercedes-AMG GT2, that is, brought into full compliance with SRO regulations.
Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro
The 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine in the Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro produces the same 707 hp ., as on the racing coupe, but the “program” on the steering wheel has a Push2Pass button, which raises the power to 750 hp for a few seconds. A 6-speed sequential gearbox, connected to the engine by a carbon fiber driveshaft, transmits all power to the rear wheels.
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Other distinctive features of the firmware are a more developed and efficient rear wing, a wider range of colors for the body, shock absorbers with four adjustments instead of three the GT2 version has air conditioning as standard and a more elegant cockpit trim with GT2 Pro logos stitched on the seats and lacquered inserts on the central tunnel.
Mercedes-AMG GT2 Pro
If the racing Mercedes-AMG GT2 costs from 409,000 euros, then for the track firmware the manufacturer is already asking 479,000 euros, but this price, in addition to the car itself, includes a set of racing clothing from Puma (suit, underwear, shoes, gloves), Bell racing helmet and car storage case.
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