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| Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 | |
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| Lamborghini | |
| aka | SCV12 |
| Production | 2020 40 units |
| Class | Sports car track-only |
| Body Style | 2-door, 2-seat, Mid-Engined Coupe |
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| Height | |
| Wheelbase | 2,905 mm (114.4 in) |
| Weight | 1,380 kg (3,042.4 lb) |
| Transmission | 2WD 6-speed Xtrac sequential manual |
| Engine | 6.5L/820-hp/568-lb-ft port-injected DOHC 48-valve V12 |
| Power | 830 PS (610 kW; 830 PS; 819 hp) Torque: 560 @ 7,000 rpm |
| Similar | Lamborghini Aventador |
| Designer | Mitja Borkert |
The Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 is a track-only sports car produced by the Italian automobile manufacturer Lamborghini under their Squadra Corse racing division. Introduced on 29 July 2020, it is the most powerful and the last purely naturally-aspirated car built by the brand.
Design
The Essenza SCV12 features aerodynamics inspired by racing prototypes and was developed for exclusive track use. Its aggressive design language helps it generate downforce northwards of 1,200 kg (2,600 lb) at 249 km/h (155 mph), equivalent to a conventional GT3 racing car. The front splitter and a large rear wing aids in providing downforce. The hood manages airflow into the roof mounted air snorkel cooling the engine. The car comes with Brembo disk brakes and is fitted with Pirelli racing slicks, having 19-inch wheels at the front and 20-inch magnesium wheels at the rear.
Inspired by Huracán racing models, the Essenza SCV12 uses dual-inlets and a center rib in the front hood, directing airflow to the ram-air roof scoop to increase static air pressure in the engine’s intake manifold. This creates a greater airflow through the engine and ultimately, increases power output. Recognized as "aerodynamic supercharging" by Lamborghini, this technology allows the car the produce more power as speed increases.
- Aerodynamics: The Essenza SCV12’s bodywork is sculpted to optimize aerodynamics, increasing downforce and stability at high speeds. Its prominent front splitter, large rear wing, and aggressive rear diffuser work in tandem to generate significant downforce, rivaling that of a GT3 race car.
- Lightweight construction: The SCV12 uses a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, which not only provides structural rigidity but also reduces overall weight. This enhances the car’s performance, handling, and agility on the track.
- Powertrain: At its heart, the Essenza SCV12 features a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine, capable of producing over 830 horsepower. It is paired with a 6-speed sequential transmission and a rear-wheel-drive layout to provide a pure, unfiltered driving experience.
- Exterior design: The Essenza SCV12’s design is striking and aggressive, reflecting its performance-oriented nature. Sharp lines, large air intakes, and Y-shaped LED headlights all contribute to the car’s distinctive appearance. The car also features Lamborghini’s signature hexagonal design motifs throughout the exterior.
- Interior: The cockpit is purpose-built for track performance, with minimalist design elements to reduce weight and distractions for the driver. It features an FIA-approved racing seat, a multi-functional steering wheel inspired by Formula 1 cars, and a digital dashboard displaying essential information for the driver.
- Design drawings :
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Racing Wheel
- The central display shows the current gear, engine speed, lap pace, and tire pressure and temperature. The left hand gets a wheel at the top to adjust the differential, and then buttons for the pit radio, engaging neutral or reverse gear, and triggering the built-in drink system. Another wheel adjusts the ABS.
- On the right, meanwhile, there's a wheel to adjust the power steering settings, plus buttons to engage the pit limiter, to flash the lights, the hazards, and the full course yellow. There's also a traction control wheel. Running underneath the display are knobs for clutch adjustment, the windshield wipers, engine map modes, and cycling through the info pages. A spare button can be remapped for something else.
- 01 : Upper Left Wheel : Differential adjustment
- 02 : Orange Button : Radio
- 03 : Red Button : Spare
- 04 : Blue Button : Neutral / Reverse
- 05 : Blue Wheel : ABS
- 06 : White Button : Drink
- 07 : Clucht Switch : Clutch adjustment
- 08 : Wiper Switch : Windshield wiper
- 09 : Mode Switch : Engine map
- 10 : Page Switch : Info page
- 11 : PS Wheel : Power steering
- 12 : Yellow Button : Pit limiter
- 13 : Green Button : Flashing lights
- 14 : Gray Button : Warning
- 15 : TC Wheel : Traction control
- 16 : Black Button : Full course yellow
Performance
In comes the Lamborghini Essenza SC-V12, the new limited edition track-only hypercar developed by Lamborghini’s in-house racing department, Squadra Corse, and featuring a design from the Centro Stile studio only 40 of these SC-V12 will be built, and their owners will become members of an exclusive club with access to bespoke programs in 2021, probably as a supporting race during the Super Trofeo season.
The engine’s 830 hp comes from a RAM system to lift power during high speed, the thundering exhaust has been created in collaboration with Capristo, power is transmitted to the drivetrain via an X-trac sequential gearbox in a rear-wheel drive-only setup, the power-to-weight ratio of 1.66 hp/kg is achieved thanks to the use of a carbon-fiber tub without integrated roll cage developed with FIA prototype safety rules in mind.
Pirelli tires on 19 and 20-inch magnesium wheels to the front and rear hide a Brembo Motorsport developed brake system, while the aerodynamic shape of the Essenza SC-V12 creates 1,200 kg of downforce at 250 Km/h, that’s more than the current GT3 cars.
The special steering wheel was inspired by F1 racing, it incorporates a display and all necessary controls so the driver does not have to let go of the wheel while being seated in a carbon fiber OMP racing seat, fully homologated by the FIA.
Specifications
- GENERAL :
| Years built | 2020 |
| Production | 40 units |
| Engine | V12, 830 CV |
| Vehicle Type | Track-only supercar |
| Gearbox | X-trac sequential 6-speed, rear-wheel drive |
| Aerodynamics | Inspired by racing prototypes |
| Downforce | 1,200 kg (2,600 lb) at 249 km/h (155 mph) |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 1.66 kg/hp |
| Chassis | New-generation carbon fiber monocoque without roll Cage |
| FIA Prototype Safety Compliance | Yes |
| Starting Price | 2.2 million euros |
- POWERTRAIN :
| ENGINE | Longitudinal V12 |
| DISPLACEMENT | 6.498 cm³ |
| POWER | 830 CV |
| ABS | Racing ABS (12 positions) |
| TRACTION CONTROL | 12 positions TC |
| TRASMISSION | 2WD Six gear sequential gearbox by X-Trac |
| SUSPENSION | Double wishbones |
| WHEEL FIXING | Monolock System |
- ELECTRICS / ELECTRONICS :
| STEERING WHEEL | Racing and multifunctional steering wheel |
| DASHBOARD | TFT Dashboard by MOTEC |
- RIMS AND WHEEL :
| RIMS FRONT | 19" |
| RIMS REAR | 20" |
| TIRES (PIRELLI) FRONT | 285/650 |
| TIRES (PIRELLI) REAR | 354/725 |
- SIZE AND WEIGHT :
| FRONT TRACK | 1767 mm |
| REAR TRACK | 1729 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 2905 mm |
| FUEL TANK | 92L |
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