The ACO confirms the launch of a new generation of LMP2

The ACO confirmed the launch of a new generation of LMP2, set to be introduced in 2028 across all ACO/LMEM championships, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

As the cornerstone of endurance racing for many years, LMP2 has developed and achieved remarkable success, with more than 200 cars built so far. Renowned for its level of performance, remaining accessible to skilled gentleman drivers, and fun for all of them, the category forms the heart of the endurance racing pyramid.

Following the generation introduced in 2017 that has now reached maturity, this evolution aims to enhance its appeal, modernize its design, and deliver a significant step forward in safety through an improved survival cell.

The future LMP2 will maintain performance levels equivalent to the current generation, featuring a target weight of 950 kg and a 420 kW V6 turbo engine supplied by Gibson Technology. Two chassis constructors, Ligier Automotive and Oreca, will be involved, while Goodyear will remain the exclusive tire supplier. Aerodynamic characteristics will stay close to the current cars, with simple adjustments to suit the specific demands of Le Mans.

This new generation reflects a strong commitment to cost control, with limited and carefully managed increases. LMP2 will also retain a central role, with guaranteed grid slots at the 24h of Le Mans, in ELMS and in ALMS, confirming its essential position within the endurance racing ecosystem for a long period ahead.

Pierre Fillon (center), President of the ACO

“Today, we are proud to confirm the next chapter of LMP2,” said Pierre Fillon, President of the ACO. “With this 2028 generation, we are building on a proven success while preparing for the future—enhancing safety, preserving performance and driving pleasure, and ensuring cost control for our competitors. LMP2 will remain at the very heart of endurance racing for many years to come.”

Summary

The next-generation 2028 LMP2 cars, set to compete through 2032, will feature a modern,, mandated design from chassis suppliers Oreca and Ligier. These cars will be slightly longer, wider, and heavier than current models, powered by a new 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine from Gibson Technology.

Design & Chassis: The new regulations focus on enhanced safety, controlled costs, and a refreshed look, with ORECA and Ligier selected as the official chassis manufacturers.

Powertrain: A shift from the current naturally aspirated Gibson V8 to a 3.4-liter, twin-turbocharged Gibson V6 engine (supported by NISMO) with direct injection.
Key Partners: Electronics will be provided by Bosch (including a MoTeC steering wheel), with transmissions developed by Xtrac.
Performance & Adoption: The 2028 cars will be designed to be slower than the Hypercar class to avoid the performance constraints required for the current generation. These regulations will be adopted by both the ACO (Le Mans/WEC/ELMS) and IMSA.
Timeline: The new cars are scheduled to debut in 2028, with the tender process concluding in June 2025.