New Twin Turbo V6 Set To Power LMP3 From 2025

The ACO have announced that ORECA are set to supply the next generation of powerplants for LMP3 after 2024 with a twin-turbo V6 replacing the 2020-introduced Nissan VK56, 5.6 litre normally aspirated V8s.

The 2025-2029 homologation period for LMP3 will therefore utilise the new power plant with the ACO also confirming that the four current chassis suppliers (Ligier, Duqueine, Ginetta and Adess) will continue through the 2025-29 period.

The new V6 will be the third homologated engine for LMP3 after the 2015-2019 Nissan VK50 and the 2020 VK56.

“Following the termination of VK56 production by Nismo, the current generation LMP3 engine will no longer be supplied after the 2024 season.

“Consequently, the ACO has published an invitation to tender for the new 2025-2029 LMP3 engine taking into account criteria that will be important for the future of the category, including performance, fuel economy, noise reduction, and cost control.

“After receiving multiple offers, the ACO is pleased to announce that it has selected Oreca’s twin-turbo V6 proposal as the new LMP3 engine for the 2025-2029 homologation period. Details on this new powerplant will be available soon when they are finalized.

“The ACO will communicate shortly on the adjustment to the cars and their homologation, taking into account the high number of cars on track and the variety of championships utilizing the platform. The current chassis manufacturers have been retained for this new homologation period.”