Aston Martin could potentially fit the Valkyrie racer with straight-through exhaust pipes
Aston Martin's Valkyrie AMR-LMH Race Car Set for Debut in 2025
Aston Martin's highly anticipated Valkyrie AMR-LMH race car is scheduled to make its debut in the 2025 motorsports season. This high-performance vehicle will be eligible for both the GTP class of the IMSA SportsCar Championship and the Hypercar class of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).
The Valkyrie AMR-LMH is a testament to Aston Martin's engineering prowess, boasting a unique chassis that is longer and wider than the chassis of the road car. Powering this race car is a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine built by Cosworth, a partnership that has proven successful in the past.
The production of the Valkyrie road car has come to an end, but the race car version lives on. It retains the iconic 6.5-liter V-12 engine, albeit with modifications to meet Balance of Performance rules. In a move that is likely to excite fans, the race car is considering a straight-pipe setup for the IMSA SportsCar Championship, a decision that is expected to make the Valkyrie AMR-LMH louder and more intense on the racetrack.
The mild-hybrid system from the Valkyrie road car has been removed from the race car version. Aston Martin is partnering with Heart of Racing to field the Valkyrie AMR-LMH in both the IMSA SportsCar Championship and the FIA World Endurance Championship, under the team Aston Martin Thor. The Aston Martin THOR Team, which also competes in the FIA WEC, will be joining the IMSA SportsCar Championship in 2025 with drivers such as Harry Tincknell and Tom Gamble.
Ian James, team principal of Heart of Racing, hinted that fans will be pleased with the decision regarding the potential straight-pipe setup for the Valkyrie AMR-LMH in the IMSA SportsCar Championship. This decision was reportedly suggested by an IMSA official during a November test session at Daytona International Speedway.
The Valkyrie AMR-LMH is being developed to meet LMH rules, making it similar to cars built to LMDh rules. This development process ensures that the Valkyrie AMR-LMH will be competitive in both the FIA World Endurance Championship and the IMSA SportsCar Championship.
The Valkyrie AMR-LMH race car is set to compete in both championships, marking a significant milestone for Aston Martin in the world of motorsports. With its powerful engine, unique chassis, and potential straight-pipe setup, the Valkyrie AMR-LMH promises to be a formidable contender on the racetrack.
