Not only is the LMP1 class set for a radical
overhaul at Le Mans with hypercars taking their place, but the Automobile Club
de l’Ouest (ACO) wants to see hydrogen-powered vehicles competing in the
world’s most famous endurance racing.
During the Spa 4 Hours race last weekend, the ACO
ran a series of demonstration laps in an LMP3-based prototype that’s powered
exclusively by hydrogen. The vehicle, dubbed the LMPH2G, utilizes a four-stack fuel cell and
four electric motors to deliver a combined 653 hp and allow for a respectable 300 km/h top speed.
The vehicle in question was developed by GreenGT and
driven by four-time Le Mans winner Yannick Dalmas during its demonstration lap. GreenGT will continue to develop
its hydrogen powertrains through the development and production of the H2 Speed
hypercar.
Unveiled as a concept car two and a half years ago, the H2 Speed is
derived from a Le Mans prototype chassis but has a longer wheelbase and
narrower track. GreenGT says it delivers 653 hp, just like the LMPH2G, and
rockets to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds before topping out at 300
km/h.
