GT2
The Mercedes-AMG GT2 features twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter AMG V8 biturbo engine with flat-plane crankshaft producing 707 horsepower (520 kW) with 590 pound-feet (800 Newton-meters) torque optimized for motorsport applications through Hewland six-speed sequential transmission and rear-wheel-drive weighing under 1400 kilograms featuring carbon fiber monocoque driver safety cell with comprehensive aerodynamic package and forged 18-inch centerlock wheels with 325-width slick tires plus advanced Bosch electronics and data acquisition systems providing GT2-specification racing performance with sophisticated balance of performance regulations compliance for SRO GT2 category competition.
AMG GT2 launched 2023 represents Mercedes-AMG most powerful homologated customer racing car combining manufacturer motorsport heritage with modern GT2 regulations competing against Ferrari 296 GT2 and Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport establishing immediate racing success with victory at debut 2023 GT2 European Series Monza round fielded by customer racing teams offering accessible professional-level racing experience with comprehensive manufacturer support program and 20-percent improved power-to-weight ratio versus GT3 specification while maintaining lower operating costs than GT3 category continuing Mercedes-AMG customer racing tradition with cutting-edge technology representing new performance tier between GT4 and GT3 categories.