Pagani has officially unveiled the Huayra R. Billed as a no limits beast that is “pure, passionate, mighty and captivating,” the Huayra R is a track-only hypercar that features a new V12-R engine. Designed from the ground up, in partnership with HWA AG, the naturally aspirated 6.0-liter engine is the “lightest, most powerful and efficient track-ready V12 ever created.” It produces an impressive 838 hp and 750 Nm of torque. The engine took more than two years to design and develop, and it screams to a 9000 rpm redline. It also tips the scales at 198 kg and uses a 200 bar direct injection system that optimizes “performance by ensuring maximum efficiency in terms of thermodynamics and autonomy.”
The engine is paired to a new six-speed
sequential transmission, which was also developed in collaboration with HWA AG.
It weighs 80 kg and features a “three sintered metal disc racing
clutch.” Pagani says it allows for extremely reduced shift times, maximum shift
precision as well as a friction efficiency of 95%. Sticking with the
performance theme, the Huayra R has a specially developed four tailpipe exhaust
system that is ceramic coated and features tubes that are one-third the
thickness of those used on road-going models. The pipes are all equal length
and the company says this enables the V12 to roar like F1 cars of the past.
However, mufflers can be fitted to allow for use on noise restricted tracks.
The Huayra R uses a new monocoque that
incorporates the latest composite technologies and integrates the seats for
maximum protection. The car also has
unique shock-absorption side structures, a roll bar and a chrome-molybdenum
alloy steel front frame that has been specifically designed for track use.Thanks to these and other changes, there is a 16% increase in torsional
rigidity as well as a 51% increase in flexural rigidity when compared to the
road-going Huayra. The structure is also
lightweight as the Huayra R has a dry weight of 1,050 kg.The focus
on performance is clearly visible from the exterior as Pagani had a target of
generating 1,000 kg of downforce at 320 km/h. As part of this effort, the car has been
equipped with two new air intakes that help to cool the front brakes as well as
channel air towards the sides of the vehicle.
The Huayra R has new hood vents that
improve air extraction and stability, while vents above the wheels help to
channel air to the rear aerodynamic appendages. Other notable highlights include a new roof scoop with an integrated
fin, a massive diffuser and a prominent rear wing. Sticking with the exterior,
the model has APP forged monolithic aluminum alloy wheels that measure 19
inches front and back. They’re wrapped
in special slick versions of Pirelli’s P Zero tires. Pagani says they offer “maximum precision and
a feeling of total control even to the non-professional driver, ensuring
exceptional braking behavior and optimal traction.” The wheels are backed up by
Brembo carbon ceramic discs that measure 16.1 inches (410 mm) front and 15.3
inches (390 mm) rear. Both are grabbed
by six-piston calipers outfitted with racing pads.
Besides the high-performance brakes, the
car has a specially developed suspension that was created from one of the “most
intense design and experimental phases ever experienced by the Atelie.” The suspension has an independent double
wishbone setup with helical springs as well as electronically controlled active
shock absorbers. It also uses forged aluminum components and has new kinematics
as well as a sophisticated geometry. Pagani says the suspension allows for
“unprecedented driving precision” as well as “greater camber recovery and
optimized dynamic bump steer correction to guarantee ideal grip for the slick
tires in every situation.”
Since accidents are always a possibility,
the Huayra R has been designed to meet the most stringent FIA requirements for
GT vehicles. In particular, there’s a
heavy-duty safety cage integrated into the monocoque that “incorporates special
absorption structures, made from composite materials, at the front, sides and
rear of the car.” These are designed to
absorb kinetic energy in the event of an impact or a rollover. The focus on
safety extends to the cabin as the seats have six-point harnesses and are
covered in a flame retardant Nomex material.
The model also has an automatic fire extinguishing system as well as
carbon fiber headrests that provide lateral protection.
Speaking of the interior, the Huayra R has
a quick-release steering wheel with controls for adjusting the brakes and
traction control system as well as the radio and other important functions.
Elsewhere, there’s a fully customizable motorsport display and an adjustable pedal
set that was created in partnership with AP Racing. Other highlights include an onboard data
logger and a secondary control panel on the center console. The latter provides access to lights, engine
and suspension maps as well as a brake balance selector.
Production will be limited to 30 units and
pricing starts at € 2.6 (US$ 3.1 / £ 2.2) million. That’s not cheap, but owners will get invited to personalized events
that range from “individual track days at internationally renowned circuits to
group events, tailor-made for customers in North America, Europe, Asia and the
Middle East.” At these events, owners
will get to “enjoy the full excitement of driving a Pagani hypercar” while also
receiving assistance from the company and professional drivers.
