Hakkinen to unveil SLR GT at Dubai Motor Show

The racecar, designed for the track and not for the road, was developed by British motor racing specialists RML Group (Ray Mallock Ltd) following requests by motor sport enthusiasts within the SLR CLUB. Just 21 will be built and they will take part in the SLR CLUB Trophy, a competition series forming part of the SLR CLUB racetrack programme in Europe.

This limited edition racer has a kerb weight 1390 kilograms, maximum output 680 ps at 1.75 bar boost, and maximum torque of 830 Newton metres to guarantee the ultimate racetrack performance.

The SLR 722 GT already makes a powerful impression at standstill. Its new body components such as the front apron with front splitter, wide wings, prominent side skirts, the large rear diffuser and the fixed rear spoiler are obvious indicators of outstanding racetrack performance and extensive aerodynamic development work.

The likewise redesigned bonnet conceals a supercharged AMG 5.5-litre V8-engine uprated by RML to develop a peak output of 680 ps and a maximum torque of 830 Newton metres. A racing air filter and a new exhaust system ensure outstanding responsiveness and an even more striking engine sound. Dispensing with numerous comfort features means that the SLR 722 GT tips the scales at a kerb weight of just 1390 kilograms. The result is a favourable power-to-weight ratio of 2.0 kg/ps and an acceleration time of 3.3 seconds from standstill to 100 km/h. The maximum speed is 315 km/h.

"The interior of the SLR 722 GT is characterised by the functional atmosphere of a thoroughbred racing car," said Dan Shires, Marketing and PR Co-Ordinator, RML Group.

"Eye-catching details include a rollover cage, a redesigned instrument panel with a racing display, a racing steering wheel and bucket seats with six-point seat belts."

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