Ligier JS 53 - Ligier Automotive

The Ligier JS 53 EVO 2 is ideal to discover what it feels like to drive an endurance sports prototype.

This sports prototype eligible for the CN category has a 6-speed sequential Sadev gearbox, and is available with either a 2-litre Honda engine or a 1.6-litre Peugeot turbo, both putting out 255 bhp.

The Ligier JS 53 EVO 2 has scored numerous victories, in particular in the V de V Endurance Series, the Asian Le Mans Series and the Italian Sports Prototype Championship. It is also used in hill climbs races.

Technical sheet

Chassis

carbon monocoque HP Composites
bodywork prepreg fiberglass HP Composites
weight: 570 Kg
length: 4620 mm - width: 1800 mm - wheelbase: 2650 mm

Suspensions

double wishbone
pushrod and spring-damper combination
horizontal dampers 2 or 3 adjustable ways
adjustable anti-roll bar system
3^rd element front

Gearbox

6-speed sequential gearbox Sadev SLR82/14 with aluminium casing
semi-automatic hydraulic steering wheel paddle system Sadev
oil radiator cooling

Steering

mechanical - without assistance

Engine & Electronics

Honda K20A - 2 litres - 4 cylinders inline – 255 hp
Peugeot - 1,6 litre – Turbo - 255 hp
gearbox and engine control units Magneti Marelli SRAE

Rims

Ø13'' aluminium ATS - front width: 9'' - rear width: 10,5''

Brakes

master-cylinder AP Racing
4-piston monobloc calipers Brembo
Ø 11'' front and rear steel discs Brembo

Safety

CN - FIA rules

Ligier JS53 Evo 2 Brochure