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The Audi R8 LMS Cup is a one-make sports car racing series by Audi based in Asia. Audi R8 LMS Cup cars based on the Audi R8 LMS(GT3).
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History
Audi R8 LMS Cup started in 2012 in all around the Asia. Constructor of this one make race is Audi and tyre supplier is Michelin.
2016 saw the debut of the new Audi R8 LMS car. Also in 2016, Phoenix Racing and KCMG, join Absolute Racing as Audi R8 LMS Cup service teams.
In 2017, Pirelli becomes new official tyre partner for Audi R8 LMS Cup
2018 will see the additional of new Audi R8 LMS GT4 to the series.
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Results
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New Audi R8 LMS(GT3)
Vehicle
- Vehicle type: Sportscar complying with FIA GT3 regulations
- Chassis: Audi Space Frame (ASF) in aluminium-CFC hybrid construction with stressed steel roll-cage, bodywork parts from CFC and aluminium
- Safety concept: Energy absorbing aluminium and CFC crash structures front and rear. Safety concept fulfils FIA LMP1 crash requirements. Audi Sport PS1 safety seat
Engine
- Engine type: 90 degree V10 engine, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, gasoline direct injection, emission control by two exhaust gas race catalytic converters
- Management: Bosch Motronic MS 6.4
- Lubrication: dry sump
- Cubic capacity: 5,200 cc
- Power: Variable by restrictor up to 430 kW (585 hp)
- Torque: over 550 Nm
Drivetrain / transmission
- Type of transmission: Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR)
- Clutch: Electro hydraulically activated 3-plate race clutch (ECA)
- Gearbox: Sequential, pneumatically activated 6-speed racing gearbox with paddle shift
- Differential: Limited-slip rear differential, variable preload
- Driveshafts: Driveshafts
Suspension / steering / brakes
- Steering: Servo assisted rack and pinion steering
- Suspension: Front and rear independent suspension. Double wishbones, damper struts with coil springs and adjustable dampers as well as adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars
- Brakes: Hydraulic dual circuit brake system, steel brake discs front and rear, race ABS
- Wheels: Forged aluminium wheels, front 12.5 x 18 inch, rear 13 x 18 inch
- Tyres: front 30-68/18, rear 31-71/18
Dimensions / weight
- Length: 4,583 mm
- Width: 1,997 mm
- Height: 1,171 mm
- Homologation weight: 1,225 kg
- Fuel tank capacity: 120 l
Equipment
- Controls: Height and length adjustable safety steering column, quick adjust rail mounted pedal box
- Fire extinguisher system: Audi Sport
- Seat system: Audi Sport customer racing PS-1
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Schedule
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
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References
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External links
- The official website of the Audi R8 LMS Cup
- Audi R8 LMS Cup on Facebook
- Audi R8 LMS Cup on Twitter
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