- Gibson Technology’s GK428 engine clocks up six million kilometres milestone
- The feat was reached at the Rolex 24 at Daytona where Gibson Technology powered 13 LMP2 cars
- Distance equates to almost 150 times of the earth’s circumference
Gibson Technology, a world leading manufacturer of high-performance race engines, has clocked up six million kilometres with its GK428 engine.
The significant milestone for the GK428, launched in 2017, was achieved at the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway in Florida where Gibson Technology powered 13 cars in the LMP2 class.
The GK428 is a 4.2-litre engine currently supplied to all the LMP2 teams competing in the Le Mans 24 Hours, the European Le Mans Series (ELMS), the IMSA WeatherTech series and the Asian Le Mans Series (AsLMS).
Even in its launch year, its credentials were instantly recognised with the Race Engine Designer of the Year Award for LMP2 GK428.
Mark Brittan, managing director at Gibson Technology, based in Repton in the UK, said: “Reaching six million kilometres is a fantastic achievement for our GK428 engine, and it’s particularly pleasing that this milestone was achieved at the iconic Rolex 24 at Daytona where once again, the engine performed faultlessly.
“The milestone of the GK428 is a real testament to the professionalism and skill of the entire Gibson Technology team. From the original design engineers through to the technicians who build the units at our Derbyshire HQ, as well as those servicing and supporting them on events around the world, it really is an amazing team achievement which we are all very proud of.”
Specifically developed for endurance racing, the GK428 is one of the most technically advanced engines produced by Gibson Technology and since its introduction in 2017, it has helped teams secure numerous race and championship victories.
While the GK428 continues to power teams around the world, Gibson Technology’s design and engineering team are already working on its successor, the next-generation LMP2 powertrain unit that will power cars in the category from 2028 to 2032. First announced last year, the new 3.4 litre V6 engine will be designed and manufactured in collaboration with Nissan / NISMO, and will feature twin turbochargers and include a direct fuel injection system.
For more information about the GK428 engine, visit www.gibsontech.co.uk/engines/gk428-engine.
