10/30/08

Lamborghini Super Trofeo Gallardo LP560-4 Racing Series: 17 High-Res Photos

Lamborghini Gallardo Super TrofeoFollowing in the footsteps of its Porsche and Ferrari rivals, Lamborghini today announced the "Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo", a one-make racing series that will kick off in May 2009 featuring a lightweight version of the Gallardo LP 560-4. For the record, Blancpain is a Swiss luxury watchmaker that will sponsor the race-series. The Italian firm intends to build a total of 30 cars that will be available for both individual drivers as well as Lamborghini dealer teams. However, one factory car will be reserved for celebrity 'guest drivers'. -Continued

Lamborghini Gallardo Super TrofeoThe Super Trofeo race car that will compete in the series is based on the Gallardo LP560-4 with power being provided by a lightly juiced up version of the standard model's 5.2-litre V10 engine generating an extra 10HP for a total of 570HP which is channeled to all four wheels Lambo's e.gear six-speed sequential gear box.

Weighing in at 1,300 kg or 2,870 lbs, the Super Trofeo Gallardo also features a reworked suspension, Pirelli slick tires, a specialist racing brake system and the necessary safety cage. The cockpit includes ultra-light racing seat, racing steering wheel and specialized instruments. According to Lamborghini, the Super Trofeo Gallardo and parts package is priced at รข‚¬200,000 plus tax and entry fee.

Lamborghini Gallardo Super TrofeoThe first competition of the 2009 provisional calendar will run on 3 May, 2009 at Silverstone Circuit in the UK, followed by Adria in Italy on 17 May; Nuremburg's Norisring in Germany on 5 July; Spa in Belgium on 2 August; Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya in Spain on 20 September; and will end on 4 October in Monza, Italy.

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