Mercedes AMG GT3 EVO Snetterton Hot Lap Analysis

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Let’s take a look at this hot lap of Snetterton in the Mercedes AMG GT3 EVO driven by HYMO.

The Track

Snetterton Circuit, located in Norfolk, England, is a renowned British motorsport venue with an interesting history. It began its journey as an RAF airfield during World War II and was transformed into a motor racing track in the 1950s. Since then, Snetterton has been a classic in UK racing, hosting a wide range of events from touring cars to motorcycle racing.

The circuit has evolved significantly over the years, with the most recent major redevelopment in 2011. This revamp led to the creation of the current 300 layout, which is 4.779 kilometres (2.969 miles) long and features 12 turns. This layout is known for its combination of long straights and a variety of corners, from tight hairpins to fast sweeping bends, making it a test of both speed and technical skill.

Thankfully, the HYMO setup used in this hot lap video is available for you to try HERE.

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Analysis

The analysis below uses the Track Titan platform to compare a HYMO reference hotlap in blue to one of the Track Titan community drivers through Segment 3. In this example the community driver brakes at the correct point. The mistake they make is they use too much braking force, and do so for too long. This means that instead of slowing just enough to rotate the car they actually check up and reduce their minimum speed way below optimum. This causes the community driver to be really slow on the way out of the corner. It adds up to a total of 0.1s through the segment.

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You can analyse every other turn in the Track Titan platform; see reference lap here.
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Sim Racing Top Tips

Anti-roll bars (sway bars) in GT3 cars and sim racing, like in Assetto Corsa Competizione, are key to managing body roll during cornering and maintaining tyre contact with the road:

1. Function: They connect the left and right wheels, balancing load between them to reduce body roll, enhancing stability and grip.
2. Adjustability: Anti-roll bars can be adjusted for stiffness. Stiffer bars reduce body roll but may decrease grip in certain conditions, while softer settings increase body roll but can improve traction on uneven surfaces.
3. Handling Impact: Stiffening the front anti-roll bar generally leads to more understeer, and stiffening the rear increases oversteer. Finding the right balance is crucial for optimal handling.
4. Sim Racing Adjustments: In sim racing, tweaking anti-roll bar settings is essential for fine-tuning car handling, affecting how the car responds to different track conditions.

Effective use of anti-roll bars is a vital part of achieving the desired handling characteristics in a GT3 car, requiring an understanding of vehicle dynamics and careful setup adjustments.

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