Porsche has revealed that an evo-spec 911 GT3 R is set to make its competitive debut this weekend in the 24H Series 12-hour race at Spa-Francorchamps.
The revised racer from the German marque will be campaigned in the 12H Spa-Francorchamps by customer team Herberth Motorsport, with reigning IMSA GTD Pro Champion Laurin Heinrich set to share the wheel with Ralf Bohn and Alfred Renauer.
This first assignment for the car comes amid its development programme and ahead of a full launch scheduled for later this summer, before a rollout to customers in 2026.
The 911 GT3 R evo aims to build on the current model, which debuted in 2023 and has since claimed a number of accolades, including titles in the FIA WEC’s LMGT3 class, DTM, IGTC and IMSA GTD Pro, as well as victories at the Le Mans 24 Hours and Sebring 12 Hours.
Porsche says its engineers have placed a strong emphasis on “enhancing driveability” with the evo. Modifications to aerodynamic components aim to reduce pitch sensitivity, improving front-end behaviour under braking and acceleration.
Important software updates have also been implemented, and the steering system has been refined by the engineering team in Weissach.
“The Creventic Series offers the ideal environment for such an important test. The competition features numerous privateer teams racing at a high level, there’s a lot of track time, and the Spa-Francorchamps circuit poses a formidable challenge for both drivers and machines,” says Sebastian Golz, Project Manager Porsche 911 GT3 R.
“As a long-time Porsche customer team, Herberth Motorsport can provide valuable feedback on vehicle handling, serviceability, ergonomics, and operational functions. We’re also eager to hear the drivers’ impressions.”
Further technical details about the evolved Porsche 911 GT3 R will be disclosed at a later date.
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