Acura GT3

Explore source-backed information and braking guidance for Acura GT3 in iRacing.

Acura GT3 - GT3 race car

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Quick reference

Chassis

Weight 1,320 kg2,910 lb

Power

Engine 3.5 L214 cid
Power 388 kW520 bhp
Torque 620 Nm457 lb-ft

Brakes

Setup

Advanced

How the Acura GT3 Handles Braking

The Acura NSX GT3 Evo features a sophisticated braking system built around adjustable master cylinders for both front and rear axles, allowing precise control over brake bias distribution. The car offers three brake pad compounds—Low, Medium, and High—that trade modulation for raw stopping power, with higher compounds increasing effectiveness but reducing feel. The 12-position ABS system provides remarkable flexibility, with positions 2-7 optimized for dry conditions and 8-12 for wet weather, though higher intervention levels can extend braking distances if set too aggressively for available grip.

Brake bias setup requires careful consideration of the car's aerodynamic platform, as the NSX performs best with relatively low rake. When rear ride height increases during heavy braking—particularly problematic if you're chasing maximum downforce targets—you'll experience both a forward balance shift and overall downforce loss, creating instability. This makes brake bias tuning inseparable from suspension setup, especially when adjusting front camber, which improves mid-corner grip but reduces braking performance and necessitates rearward bias compensation.

Driver technique centers on managing weight transfer through damper tuning. Higher rear low-speed rebound damping can slow the car's pitch rate under braking, increasing stability and mechanical understeer at corner entry. The differential preload also plays a crucial role during the brake-to-throttle transition, with increased preload smoothing the changeover and improving entry stability, though at the cost of sharper on-throttle oversteer.

Grounded in official iRacing manual data
Practice in the App

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General practice tips

Tip 1

Starting point

Start with the official setup and consult the simulator documentation for available controls. Appropriate brake bias depends on the car and conditions.

Tip 2

One variable

Change one setting at a time and compare several laps. Record the change and observed behavior before keeping it.

Tip 3

Comparable conditions

Compare similar fuel loads, tires and track conditions. One lap alone does not establish that a setting is better.

Frequently asked questions

General guidance for practicing and consulting car-specific sources.

Where can I find settings for the Acura GT3?

Consult the official sources linked on this page and the setup supplied with the simulator. Available settings depend on the car.

How should I compare a setup change?

Change one variable and compare several laps in similar conditions. Record your observations and keep a reference setup.

How can I practice pedal control?

Use pressure and release exercises to practice repeatable movements. Then check their application in the simulator with your chosen car and circuit.

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