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The characteristics of the power train of the M Hybrid V8 car that will compete in the LMDh category races in the Endurance competitions are revealed

Recently revealed, the BMW M Hybrid V8 is the brand's new car to compete in the LMDh category races in Endurance competitions.

And its engine, of course, was the subject of a lot of curiosity. BMW, however, has revealed the specifications of the engine, turbo and hybrid, which is based on the engines of the German Touring Championship cars, also known as the DTM.

The V8 has a direct fuel injection system, plus a couple of turbos to generate more power. With components developed since BMW's days in Formula 1, the engine has undergone thousands of kilometers of endurance tests, after all, this is an important feature for cars in the Endurance category.

Electrification is provided by an electric motor, an inverter and a battery. A clutch between the thrusters allows the model to move only in electric mode, as in the pitlane, for example. See below for powertrain specs.

P66/3 engine specifications on the BMW M Hybrid V8:

Name: Otto V-shaped four-stroke twin-turbo engine

Capacity: 3,999 cc

Number of cylinders: 8

Construction: Die-cast aluminum cylinder block and head, cylinder coating as iron layer

Angle V: 90°

Caliber: 93mm

Cylinder Spacing: 102mm

Valves per cylinder:4

Engine speed: 8200 rpm

Power (regulated): approx. 640 hp

Torque: approx 650 Nm

Injection: direct high pressure at 350 bar

Oil system: dry sump system with six-cell oil drain pump and oil tank

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