The Porsche 992 GT3 R and the 992 GT3 Cup share the same racing heart: a 4.0-liter flat-six boxer engine and rear-wheel drive. Yet, they are two distinct weapons, each built for a specific role in the racing world and within Knaepkens Racing.

The GT3 R is engineered for the toughest challenges in international GT3 racing. With a powerful 565 horsepower and an advanced aerodynamic package, it delivers maximum downforce and stability—critical for endurance races where speed and reliability go hand in hand. Its chassis is reinforced and specially designed to withstand the extreme forces of long-distance racing. The car incorporates cutting-edge technology, from advanced data logging and efficient cooling systems to optimized fuel capacity. This makes the GT3 R a purebred race car, perfectly suited for the high demands of factory teams competing in both sprint and endurance events.

On the other hand, the GT3 Cup offers around 510 horsepower in a lighter and more agile package, ideal for sprint races and national championships like Belcar. Thanks to its lower weight and a simpler yet effective aerodynamic setup, the Cup delivers sharp handling and immediate response. This makes it perfect for drivers looking to sharpen their skills in a competitive yet slightly more accessible class. The GT3 Cup serves as the ideal stepping stone to higher levels of GT racing, offering a car that’s manageable but still fiercely competitive.

What unites these two models is their pure racing DNA: designed to deliver maximum performance, technically balanced to perfection, and built to push both driver and team to their limits. They differ in design and purpose, but both are essential to Knaepkens Racing’s success.

The GT3 R stands for power, technology, and endurance, while the GT3 Cup emphasizes agility, accessibility, and pure speed. Together, they form the foundation of our strategy, allowing us to extract maximum performance from our drivers and machinery on every circuit and in every race.