In May 2017, iRacing officially announced the Ford GT 2017 iRacing would join the service as part of the 2017 Season 3 build. This landmark announcement confirmed that Ford Performance and Chip Ganassi Racing provided complete access to the car’s technical data, laser scans, and telemetry. The 2017 Ford GT is the crowning jewel of Ford’s modern racing program, and its arrival on iRacing allows sim racers to drive the exact specification that secured the GTE-Pro class win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This release officially sets the stage for the ultimate Ford vs. Ferrari rivalry in the digital world.
EcoBoost Power and Carbon Fiber Innovation
The Ford GT 2017 iRacing official specs confirm a beast under the hood: a mid-mounted 3.5-liter Twin Turbo EcoBoost V6 engine. This powerplant is capable of producing over 530 horsepower and 494 lb-ft of torque, delivered through a six-speed sequential transaxle. The announcement highlighted the car’s lightweight carbon fiber construction and its unique “torsion bar” suspension system, which iRacing has modeled with extreme fidelity. Every component, from the Multimatic DSSV adjustable dampers to the integrated FIA-spec roll cage, has been replicated to provide the most authentic GTE experience possible.
Ready for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The Ford GT 2017 iRacing will debut just in time for the annual iRacing 24 Hours of Le Mans. iRacing President Tony Gardner confirmed that the car was completed alongside the Ferrari 488 GTE, ensuring a balanced and competitive field for the service’s premier endurance event. Priced at $11.95, the Ford GT 2017 is destined to become the primary choice for Ford enthusiasts and top-split endurance teams alike. The Blue Oval’s most ambitious racing project is finally ready for the green flag. The era of the EcoBoost has arrived.
