ETO Divison at Jaguar
#1
12-23-2013, 10:14 AM
ETO Divison at Jaguar
One of the members on here axr6 got me going on a idea.....I thought i would start a thread dedicated exclusively to the ETO (Engineered To Order) Division at Jaguar.
As you already know the XKRS-GT has been getting a lot of praise by professional drivers, when compared to the rivals.
The team is lead by John Edwards. I will try to find out more information on them and post it on here. Engineered to Order » OVALNEWS.com – Always fanatical; Occasionally interesting Land Rover & Range Rover News
Let the unloading begin......
As you already know the XKRS-GT has been getting a lot of praise by professional drivers, when compared to the rivals.
The team is lead by John Edwards. I will try to find out more information on them and post it on here. Engineered to Order » OVALNEWS.com – Always fanatical; Occasionally interesting Land Rover & Range Rover News
Let the unloading begin......
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#2
12-23-2013, 02:48 PM
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#3
12-23-2013, 02:52 PM
Ngarara posted your excerpt on here as well.
"The genesis dates back to 2006, before the introduction of the 4.2 XKR. Mike Cross, Dave Pook and Matt O’Hara completed the XKR development, but still had the test vehicle; they decided it would be interesting to see how the car would be with a bit more driver-focussed development. Jaguar management told them they could carry on, but it would have to be in their own time – this flexibility to allow the use of company facilities to develop pet projects is something I’ve always admired in Jaguar. A lot of unpaid evening and weekend development work eventually led to the 2008 4.2 XKR-S, a 200-unit limited edition, with stiffened & lowered suspension, an aero bodykit, forged Vortex alloys and a top speed of 174 mph.
But they didn’t stop there. While the development of the 5.0 XKR was underway, the same trio, along with Jon Croxford, Michelle O’Connor, Dave Moore and assistance from a few others, was working on a similar out-of-hours upgrade of the new car. With the new XKR’s more powerful engine and active differential, they were already a jump beyond the 4.2 package. Taking the same principles used on the 2008 car and starting with many of the same components (springs, dampers, forged wheels), they added revised steering, software tweaks and more power to the mix, with a new exhaust and a revised ECU map. The original incarnation appeared as the “Goodwood Special” in lurid lime green at the 2009 Festival of Speed.
Come 2010, and it was Jaguar’s 75th anniversary. The Jag bosses, already impressed by the Goodwood Special, were persuaded to release a production version as a celebration model. Only 75 were made, sold in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands and Belgium – and only 20 of these were right-hand drive for the UK market".
"The genesis dates back to 2006, before the introduction of the 4.2 XKR. Mike Cross, Dave Pook and Matt O’Hara completed the XKR development, but still had the test vehicle; they decided it would be interesting to see how the car would be with a bit more driver-focussed development. Jaguar management told them they could carry on, but it would have to be in their own time – this flexibility to allow the use of company facilities to develop pet projects is something I’ve always admired in Jaguar. A lot of unpaid evening and weekend development work eventually led to the 2008 4.2 XKR-S, a 200-unit limited edition, with stiffened & lowered suspension, an aero bodykit, forged Vortex alloys and a top speed of 174 mph.
But they didn’t stop there. While the development of the 5.0 XKR was underway, the same trio, along with Jon Croxford, Michelle O’Connor, Dave Moore and assistance from a few others, was working on a similar out-of-hours upgrade of the new car. With the new XKR’s more powerful engine and active differential, they were already a jump beyond the 4.2 package. Taking the same principles used on the 2008 car and starting with many of the same components (springs, dampers, forged wheels), they added revised steering, software tweaks and more power to the mix, with a new exhaust and a revised ECU map. The original incarnation appeared as the “Goodwood Special” in lurid lime green at the 2009 Festival of Speed.
Come 2010, and it was Jaguar’s 75th anniversary. The Jag bosses, already impressed by the Goodwood Special, were persuaded to release a production version as a celebration model. Only 75 were made, sold in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands and Belgium – and only 20 of these were right-hand drive for the UK market".
#4
12-23-2013, 02:59 PM
Here is some more information. It briefly states the modifications that have been done to make the XKRS-GT what it is. Jaguar Canada - 2014 JAGUAR XKR-S GT FEATURED AT MOTOREXPO TORONTO
The XKR-S GT is the ultimate track-ready and street legal version of the XK Coupe which was developed by the Jaguar ETO division, an in-house specialty vehicle group.
The XKR-S GT begins with the high-strength all-aluminum body structure featured on every Jaguar XK. This structure is assembled using aerospace derived aluminum bonding and riveting techniques. The addition of extensive aerodynamic enhancements, suspension changes, and carbon ceramic brakes, endow the XKR-S GT with track-ready performance. A limited production run will see just 30 cars built for North America, with 25 for the United States, and 5 for Canada.
A range of bespoke carbon fiber components all work to maximize the aerodynamic down force. These include an extended front splitter, dive-planes and an elevated rear wing.
Astonishing performance is provided by a supercharged 5 -litre V8 engine, producing 550hp and 502 lb/ft or torque, driving through a six-speed automatic transmission and active electronically controlled rear differential. Combined with the aerodynamic and suspension changes, plus revisions to the traction control system’s calibration, the result is a 0-60mph time of 3.9 seconds.2 Electronically limited top speed is 300 km/h (186mph).
The XKR-S GT will be offered exclusively in Polaris White with black racing stripes, and will feature a Jaguar R-S GT script on its louvered hood. The warm charcoal coloured interior features red accents, and includes 16-way electrically adjustable performance seats finished in soft-grain leather and suede cloth with the Jaguar and R-S GT scripts integrated into the backrests. “Jet” black suede cloth is used for the headliner and steering wheel. Steering wheel mounted paddle shifters are now finished in aluminum and are fitted as standard.
Aerodynamics and chassis
The XKR-S GT features a wrap-around carbon-fiber front splitter which extends forward 2.4-inches (60mm). This splitter initializes the management of airflow around, over and underneath the car. Aggressive carbon-fiber twin dive-planes and wheel arch extensions improve the efficiency of airflow around the car. Under the vehicle, the addition of an aluminum front undertray serves to smooth airflow under the car and enhance engine and brake cooling.
A rear carbon-fiber diffuser ensures the smooth exit of air from underneath the car, while the elevated carbon-fiber rear wing works in combination with the decklid mounted spoiler to maximize rear down force. At its electronically limited top speed of 300 km/h (186mph).2 The XKR-S GT produces 320lb of down force. A completely new bonnet with specially cut louvers serve as an engine cooling aid, and help aerodynamic performance by improving the airflow through the front end of the car.
Allied to the extensive aerodynamic revisions are substantial suspension upgrades. The front and rear suspension arms, uprights, wheel bearings, bushings, and rear subframe are all-new. The overall set-up works to increase lateral suspension stiffness for greater precision and responsiveness.
Integral to the revised suspension system is a new spring and damper module design. The XKR-S GT has a motorsport-derived twin spring system mated to the Jaguar Adaptive Dynamics active damping system – the dampers are now also ride-height adjustable. Front and rear spring rates are 68% and 25% stiffer respectively than on the XKR-S, while the damper tune is much more track-focused, providing increased levels of body control and grip.
The Jaguar Adaptive Dynamics system has been tailored for the XKR-S GT so that the suspension parameters in the selectable “Dynamic Mode” delivers a higher level of body control with enhanced traction and grip.
The XKR-S GT has a front track which is 52 mm (two inches) wider than that of the XKR-S while the rear remains the same. The steering rack features a faster ratio and retuned steering valving. The result is an immediacy of turn-in and crisp response to steering inputs.
Gloss black 20” forged alloy wheels are shod with Pirelli Corsa performance tires (255/35-20 and 305/30-20 front/rear), giving the XKR-S GT a more muscular stance and greatly increasing its grip and stability.
Brakes
The XKR-S GT is the first production Jaguar to be fitted with a carbon ceramic braking system. The internally ventilated and cross-drilled lightweight brake discs measure 398mm (15.7-inches) and 380mm (15.0-inches) front/rear respectively. Combined with six-piston monoblock front calipers, and four piston rear units –– the XKR-S GT delivers extraordinary stopping power and brake pedal feel. The lightweight nature of the carbon ceramic system means a reduction in unsprung weight of 21kg (46.3lbs). The XKR-S GT carbon ceramic braking system also has a longer life span than a standard system. The calipers are painted yellow, and are branded with a ‘Jaguar Carbon Ceramic’ script.
Enhanced braking feel comes courtesy of the electronic Pre-Fill system. Working in conjunction with the car’s DSC system, Pre-Fill subtly pressurizes the brakes every time the driver comes off the throttle pedal, resulting in a very short and consistent level of travel on the brake pedal. This maximizes braking response, reduces the car’s stopping distance and delivers increased levels of confidence during high performance driving
Performance
An all-aluminum 5-litre supercharged quad-cam V8 engine produces 550hp and 502 lb/ft of torque, and delivers exhilarating performance and efficiency thanks to the technologies such as spray-guided direct injection (SGDI) and dual independent variable cam timing (DIVCT).
The high-pressure die-cast lightweight aluminum block is stiffened with cast-iron liners and cross-bolted main bearing caps, providing refinement to match its power. The engine breathes through aluminum four-valve cylinder heads, with pressurized air supplied by a Roots-type twin vortex supercharger. Two air to liquid intercoolers, which feature their own water-cooling circuit, reduce the temperature of the intake charge to optimize power and efficiency.
The XKR-S GT features a fully active performance exhaust system with valves that open under load to enhance gas-flow, enunciate the car’s aural character, and maximize power output.
What the team had to say:
“The XKR-S GT is the most extreme iteration of the Jaguar R Brand’s performance focus. Utilizing race-car derived technology, all-aluminum construction and an uncompromised approach to aerodynamic efficiency, the result is a car as capable on the track as it is exhilarating on the road.”
Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director, Jaguar
“The development of the XKR-S GT demanded an uncompromised approach to enhance aerodynamic down force, with complementary suspension changes to maximize high-speed cornering ability. In combination with the use of a carbon ceramic braking system, the result is the most focused ‘R’ model Jaguar has ever built.”
Pete Simkin, Director, ETO Specialist Products, Jaguar
“The XKR-S GT has been designed purely by the laws of physics. It has been developed in the wind tunnel and on the racetrack with the sole aim of creating as much high-speed stability and down force as possible. Nothing has been styled for the sake of it. It’s been an exercise in efficiency and the result is a car that’s raw, focused and devastatingly quick.”
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar
“The XKR-S GT is an uncompromised car, but one that inspires confidence and encourages the driver to push it to its limits, fully exploring its handling abilities. It’s a car that draws you in and is never intimidating, with performance that is both accessible and rewarding.”
David Pook, Technical Specialist, Steering and Handling, Jaguar
“The disc and pad materials are specially tailored for Jaguar characteristics. Because the XKR-S GT is a road car as well as one suitable for customers to take on the track, we engineered it for race-car braking performance but with no compromise to cold or wet weather ability.”
Edward Nixon, Group Leader, Brakes, Jaguar XKR-S GT
The XKR-S GT is the ultimate track-ready and street legal version of the XK Coupe which was developed by the Jaguar ETO division, an in-house specialty vehicle group.
The XKR-S GT begins with the high-strength all-aluminum body structure featured on every Jaguar XK. This structure is assembled using aerospace derived aluminum bonding and riveting techniques. The addition of extensive aerodynamic enhancements, suspension changes, and carbon ceramic brakes, endow the XKR-S GT with track-ready performance. A limited production run will see just 30 cars built for North America, with 25 for the United States, and 5 for Canada.
A range of bespoke carbon fiber components all work to maximize the aerodynamic down force. These include an extended front splitter, dive-planes and an elevated rear wing.
Astonishing performance is provided by a supercharged 5 -litre V8 engine, producing 550hp and 502 lb/ft or torque, driving through a six-speed automatic transmission and active electronically controlled rear differential. Combined with the aerodynamic and suspension changes, plus revisions to the traction control system’s calibration, the result is a 0-60mph time of 3.9 seconds.2 Electronically limited top speed is 300 km/h (186mph).
The XKR-S GT will be offered exclusively in Polaris White with black racing stripes, and will feature a Jaguar R-S GT script on its louvered hood. The warm charcoal coloured interior features red accents, and includes 16-way electrically adjustable performance seats finished in soft-grain leather and suede cloth with the Jaguar and R-S GT scripts integrated into the backrests. “Jet” black suede cloth is used for the headliner and steering wheel. Steering wheel mounted paddle shifters are now finished in aluminum and are fitted as standard.
Aerodynamics and chassis
The XKR-S GT features a wrap-around carbon-fiber front splitter which extends forward 2.4-inches (60mm). This splitter initializes the management of airflow around, over and underneath the car. Aggressive carbon-fiber twin dive-planes and wheel arch extensions improve the efficiency of airflow around the car. Under the vehicle, the addition of an aluminum front undertray serves to smooth airflow under the car and enhance engine and brake cooling.
A rear carbon-fiber diffuser ensures the smooth exit of air from underneath the car, while the elevated carbon-fiber rear wing works in combination with the decklid mounted spoiler to maximize rear down force. At its electronically limited top speed of 300 km/h (186mph).2 The XKR-S GT produces 320lb of down force. A completely new bonnet with specially cut louvers serve as an engine cooling aid, and help aerodynamic performance by improving the airflow through the front end of the car.
Allied to the extensive aerodynamic revisions are substantial suspension upgrades. The front and rear suspension arms, uprights, wheel bearings, bushings, and rear subframe are all-new. The overall set-up works to increase lateral suspension stiffness for greater precision and responsiveness.
Integral to the revised suspension system is a new spring and damper module design. The XKR-S GT has a motorsport-derived twin spring system mated to the Jaguar Adaptive Dynamics active damping system – the dampers are now also ride-height adjustable. Front and rear spring rates are 68% and 25% stiffer respectively than on the XKR-S, while the damper tune is much more track-focused, providing increased levels of body control and grip.
The Jaguar Adaptive Dynamics system has been tailored for the XKR-S GT so that the suspension parameters in the selectable “Dynamic Mode” delivers a higher level of body control with enhanced traction and grip.
The XKR-S GT has a front track which is 52 mm (two inches) wider than that of the XKR-S while the rear remains the same. The steering rack features a faster ratio and retuned steering valving. The result is an immediacy of turn-in and crisp response to steering inputs.
Gloss black 20” forged alloy wheels are shod with Pirelli Corsa performance tires (255/35-20 and 305/30-20 front/rear), giving the XKR-S GT a more muscular stance and greatly increasing its grip and stability.
Brakes
The XKR-S GT is the first production Jaguar to be fitted with a carbon ceramic braking system. The internally ventilated and cross-drilled lightweight brake discs measure 398mm (15.7-inches) and 380mm (15.0-inches) front/rear respectively. Combined with six-piston monoblock front calipers, and four piston rear units –– the XKR-S GT delivers extraordinary stopping power and brake pedal feel. The lightweight nature of the carbon ceramic system means a reduction in unsprung weight of 21kg (46.3lbs). The XKR-S GT carbon ceramic braking system also has a longer life span than a standard system. The calipers are painted yellow, and are branded with a ‘Jaguar Carbon Ceramic’ script.
Enhanced braking feel comes courtesy of the electronic Pre-Fill system. Working in conjunction with the car’s DSC system, Pre-Fill subtly pressurizes the brakes every time the driver comes off the throttle pedal, resulting in a very short and consistent level of travel on the brake pedal. This maximizes braking response, reduces the car’s stopping distance and delivers increased levels of confidence during high performance driving
Performance
An all-aluminum 5-litre supercharged quad-cam V8 engine produces 550hp and 502 lb/ft of torque, and delivers exhilarating performance and efficiency thanks to the technologies such as spray-guided direct injection (SGDI) and dual independent variable cam timing (DIVCT).
The high-pressure die-cast lightweight aluminum block is stiffened with cast-iron liners and cross-bolted main bearing caps, providing refinement to match its power. The engine breathes through aluminum four-valve cylinder heads, with pressurized air supplied by a Roots-type twin vortex supercharger. Two air to liquid intercoolers, which feature their own water-cooling circuit, reduce the temperature of the intake charge to optimize power and efficiency.
The XKR-S GT features a fully active performance exhaust system with valves that open under load to enhance gas-flow, enunciate the car’s aural character, and maximize power output.
What the team had to say:
“The XKR-S GT is the most extreme iteration of the Jaguar R Brand’s performance focus. Utilizing race-car derived technology, all-aluminum construction and an uncompromised approach to aerodynamic efficiency, the result is a car as capable on the track as it is exhilarating on the road.”
Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director, Jaguar
“The development of the XKR-S GT demanded an uncompromised approach to enhance aerodynamic down force, with complementary suspension changes to maximize high-speed cornering ability. In combination with the use of a carbon ceramic braking system, the result is the most focused ‘R’ model Jaguar has ever built.”
Pete Simkin, Director, ETO Specialist Products, Jaguar
“The XKR-S GT has been designed purely by the laws of physics. It has been developed in the wind tunnel and on the racetrack with the sole aim of creating as much high-speed stability and down force as possible. Nothing has been styled for the sake of it. It’s been an exercise in efficiency and the result is a car that’s raw, focused and devastatingly quick.”
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar
“The XKR-S GT is an uncompromised car, but one that inspires confidence and encourages the driver to push it to its limits, fully exploring its handling abilities. It’s a car that draws you in and is never intimidating, with performance that is both accessible and rewarding.”
David Pook, Technical Specialist, Steering and Handling, Jaguar
“The disc and pad materials are specially tailored for Jaguar characteristics. Because the XKR-S GT is a road car as well as one suitable for customers to take on the track, we engineered it for race-car braking performance but with no compromise to cold or wet weather ability.”
Edward Nixon, Group Leader, Brakes, Jaguar XKR-S GT
Last edited by Executive; 12-23-2013 at 03:01 PM.
#5
12-23-2013, 03:43 PM
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12-23-2013, 04:52 PM
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Nice pics. But for some reason these appeal to me more Wallpaper photos of Jaguar XKR-S GT and hot girl model Abigail Clancy : theTHROTTLE
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12-23-2013, 04:53 PM
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#8
12-23-2013, 07:22 PM
Nice pics. But for some reason these appeal to me more Wallpaper photos of Jaguar XKR-S GT and hot girl model Abigail Clancy : theTHROTTLE
#9
12-23-2013, 10:18 PM
MaximA, isn't the XKRS-GT an amazing car aesthetically?
I believe it's the same car I got to see at the Jaguar Alive Driving Event over the summer, as they said it was the only one in the US.
I wouldn't mind owing that car....such an exciting machine, from the smallest thing like the suede steering wheel to the rear wing on the lid - it's a very special car.
I believe it's the same car I got to see at the Jaguar Alive Driving Event over the summer, as they said it was the only one in the US.
I wouldn't mind owing that car....such an exciting machine, from the smallest thing like the suede steering wheel to the rear wing on the lid - it's a very special car.
Last edited by Executive; 12-23-2013 at 10:30 PM.
#11
12-24-2013, 08:54 AM
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The XKR-S GT shows that Jaguar can build the XK into a very competitive race oriented machine. I wonder how all of the suspension upgrades effected the quality of the ride for everyday use.
The large ceramic bakes would be very useful on the track but for everyday use not required. I'm sure Jaguar will introduce some of the technology they used on the XKR-S GT on a track oriented F-type very soon. A 600hp, AWD, race oriented F-type RS GT.
The large ceramic bakes would be very useful on the track but for everyday use not required. I'm sure Jaguar will introduce some of the technology they used on the XKR-S GT on a track oriented F-type very soon. A 600hp, AWD, race oriented F-type RS GT.
#12
12-24-2013, 09:47 AM
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Nice pics. But for some reason these appeal to me more Wallpaper photos of Jaguar XKR-S GT and hot girl model Abigail Clancy : theTHROTTLE
#13
12-24-2013, 09:49 AM
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MaximA, isn't the XKRS-GT an amazing car aesthetically?
I believe it's the same car I got to see at the Jaguar Alive Driving Event over the summer, as they said it was the only one in the US.
I wouldn't mind owing that car....such an exciting machine, from the smallest thing like the suede steering wheel to the rear wing on the lid - it's a very special car.
I believe it's the same car I got to see at the Jaguar Alive Driving Event over the summer, as they said it was the only one in the US.
I wouldn't mind owing that car....such an exciting machine, from the smallest thing like the suede steering wheel to the rear wing on the lid - it's a very special car.
#14
12-24-2013, 09:53 AM
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"Front and rear spring rates are 68% and 25% stiffer respectively than on the XKR-S, while the damper tune is much more track-focused, providing increased levels of body control and grip."
This is what amazes me! The springs rates are surprisingly high compared to an XKR-S. My coilovers are 35% higher than the XKR-S so I can't imagine these on the street! I badly want to drive this car on the track!
This is what amazes me! The springs rates are surprisingly high compared to an XKR-S. My coilovers are 35% higher than the XKR-S so I can't imagine these on the street! I badly want to drive this car on the track!
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