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About Hartham

Hartham was formed in 2002 to offer the highest quality engineering design services to the motorsport, defence and performance automotive markets. Hartham works with suppliers of the highest calibre from all over the World to turn ground-breaking concepts into reality. Following involvement in the development of a major Le Mans sportscar programme in 2003, Hartham has focused on the design and development of a number of motorsport and high performance road-going sportscars.

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Hartham Anounce GTP & LMP3 Sportscars

United Kingdom - Jan 10th 2005 - Racecar constructor Hartham are pleased to announce the new Hartham GTP sportscar. This striking, mid-engined trackday car developing 750bhp/tonne is designed to go head to head with the new Radical SR8. The GTP will also be suitable to race in Britsport and other prototype series.

Developed by Hartham, following discussions in the Gulf and the US, the Hartham GTP will use a 2.4 litre variant of the proven 2 litre RST-V8 engine developed by Motopower’s experienced Russell Savory. This ultra compact powerplant produces 400bhp normally aspirated, with a super charged version available later in the year. The stunning GTP boasts an advanced carbon monocoque and lightweight six-speed sequential gearbox, giving a complete powertrain solution weighing only 115kg.

With the full spec model targeted to come in at around the £70K mark, the car promises fantastic performance and represents excellent value for money in today’s sportscar arena. James Painter, Director of Hartham noted: ‘From our previous Le Mans programme experience we have close relationships with many top quality motorsport companies. This puts Hartham in a strong position to produce a superbly competitive and reliable sportscar.’ The first car is timetabled to start testing in May and Hartham intends to contest several Britsport rounds with the GTP during the second half of the 2005 season.

Experienced and hugely successful race car constructor Adrian Reynard commented: ‘I have spent a lot of time with the people from Hartham; their skill set, determination and ambition has convinced me they will be successful. This is an exciting and well structured sportscar programme from a dynamic and innovative company, which is great for the British Motorsport Industry. I’m looking forward to seeing the car testing in a few months time. I expect Hartham to become a major player in motorsport design and manufacture.’