JS P4 LMP4

The Ligier JS P4 represents French constructor's LMP4 category prototype developed 2021 targeting grassroots endurance racing providing affordable entry-point prototype sports car competition through spec-series regulations controlling costs while delivering authentic prototype driving experience accessible amateur racers and aspiring professionals seeking career progression toward higher-level endurance racing categories. Powered by Ford-sourced 3.7-liter V6 producing 330 horsepower upgraded 385 horsepower 2022 specification, the naturally-aspirated engine routes power through six-speed sequential gearbox with steering-mounted paddle shifters and centrifugal clutch enabling straightforward operation versus complex dual-clutch systems employed higher-level prototypes reducing maintenance requirements and operational costs critical privateer racing programs operating limited budgets.

Carbon monocoque chassis built HP Composites conforming LM P3 safety regulations provides exceptional structural rigidity and crash protection while lightweight construction enables competitive performance despite power limitations versus higher categories creating driver-focused racing emphasizing racecraft, consistency, and mechanical sympathy over outright speed establishing ideal training environment developing drivers before progression LMP3 and eventual professional endurance racing careers including 24 Hours of Le Mans participation representing ultimate endurance racing achievement.