Mercedes-AMG Unveils Future GT3 and Most Extreme Black Series Based on GT Track Sport Concept
Source: Mercedes-Benz / Newspress UK
Mercedes-AMG has officially confirmed that its radical GT Track Sport concept is far more than a design study. The performance division of Mercedes-Benz has announced that the concept will serve as the foundation for two upcoming high-performance models: a next-generation Mercedes-AMG GT3 race car and what is expected to become the most extreme Black Series model ever created.
This strategic move underlines AMG’s ambition to push the boundaries of both motorsport and road-going performance, while maintaining a direct technological link between track and street.
One Platform, Two Extreme Performance Machines
The GT Track Sport concept was initially revealed as a striking, track-focused prototype that sparked widespread speculation about its future role within the AMG lineup.
Now, Mercedes-AMG has confirmed that the concept serves as a technology platform for two distinct vehicles:
A new-generation Mercedes-AMG GT3, designed for customer racing
A future Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series, engineered for the road
This dual-purpose approach highlights AMG’s philosophy of transferring motorsport technology directly into road-legal vehicles.
According to AMG leadership, both models are being developed with a single objective: uncompromising performance.
The Next Evolution of AMG Customer Racing
The upcoming Mercedes-AMG GT3 represents the next chapter in AMG’s highly successful customer racing program.
Since the introduction of the SLS AMG GT3 in 2011, Mercedes-AMG has built one of the most competitive GT3 platforms in global motorsport. This success continued with the AMG GT3 introduced in 2016 and its updated Evo version in 2020.
The new GT3 is currently undergoing an intensive development phase, with testing taking place across multiple circuits, including:
Immendingen (AMG’s in-house test track)
Bilster Berg
Portimão
Monteblanco
Nürburgring Nordschleife
These test programs are focused on improving performance, safety, and overall competitiveness in GT racing.
To support this effort, Mercedes-AMG has established Affalterbach Racing GmbH, a dedicated subsidiary responsible for developing and building the new GT3 race car.
The goal is clear: to set a new benchmark in customer racing and continue AMG’s legacy of success on the track.
Source: Mercedes-Benz / Newspress UK
The Most Extreme Black Series Yet
Alongside the GT3, AMG is preparing what it describes as the most radical Black Series model in its history.
The Black Series designation has long represented the pinnacle of AMG performance. Since its introduction in 2006, it has been reserved for the most extreme, track-focused road cars in the brand’s portfolio.
The upcoming model will continue this tradition, combining:
maximum performance
race-inspired engineering
uncompromising driving dynamics
Unlike standard AMG models, Black Series vehicles are developed with a strong focus on track capability while remaining road legal.
The new model will also serve as a homologation base for the GT3, reinforcing the close relationship between racing and road-going development.
A Concept Designed for Reality
What makes the GT Track Sport concept particularly significant is that it was never intended as a purely theoretical exercise.
From the beginning, the vehicle was designed as a functional technology demonstrator, showcasing the engineering direction of future AMG performance cars.
Since October 2025, a camouflaged prototype has been undergoing extensive real-world testing on both test tracks and race circuits.
The progression of testing—from controlled environments to demanding tracks like the Nürburgring Nordschleife—indicates that both the GT3 and the Black Series are advancing toward production readiness.
Motorsport DNA at the Core
Mercedes-AMG’s approach to performance has always been deeply rooted in motorsport.
The origins of the Black Series philosophy can be traced back to AMG’s early racing activities, where the focus was on adapting road cars to meet the demands of professional competition.
This philosophy continues to define AMG’s development strategy today.
The GT Track Sport concept acts as a modern interpretation of this idea, bridging the gap between:
pure racing machines like the GT3
road-legal performance cars like the Black Series
This connection ensures that both vehicles benefit from shared engineering principles and performance technologies.
Expanding the AMG Performance Portfolio
With the introduction of the new GT3 and Black Series, Mercedes-AMG is expanding its GT family with two highly specialized models.
Each vehicle targets a different audience:
The GT3 is designed for professional and customer racing teams
The Black Series is aimed at enthusiasts seeking the ultimate track-capable road car
Despite their different purposes, both models share the same core philosophy: delivering maximum performance without compromise.
A Clear Statement of Intent
Mercedes-AMG’s announcement sends a clear message about the brand’s future direction.
By developing two extreme performance vehicles from a single platform, AMG is reinforcing its commitment to:
motorsport innovation
engineering excellence
high-performance road cars
The GT Track Sport concept is no longer just a glimpse into the future—it is the foundation for a new generation of AMG performance machines.
While detailed specifications and final performance figures have yet to be revealed, one thing is certain: both the upcoming GT3 and the next Black Series are set to redefine expectations in their respective segments.
