Conquer the legendary Mountain. From the heart-stopping descent through The Esses to the precision required at The Chase, Mount Panorama's 6.213km of elevation changes and concrete walls demand respect, bravery, and absolute precision. Master Australia's most iconic circuit.
Mount Panorama represents the ultimate test of courage and precision in motorsport. This legendary 6.213km public road circuit climbs 174 meters through the streets of Bathurst, creating one of racing's most challenging and rewarding experiences.
Public road circuit
Walls everywhere
Massive gradient changes
| Category | Lap Time Range | Top Speed | Key Characteristics | Main Challenge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supercars | 2:03 - 2:06 | 300 km/h | Power and commitment | Managing the mountain |
| GT3 | 2:01 - 2:04 | 290 km/h | Downforce advantage | Traffic on mountain |
| GT4 | 2:18 - 2:22 | 260 km/h | Momentum crucial | Speed differential |
| TCR | 2:25 - 2:30 | 240 km/h | FWD limitations | Mountain section grip |
| Production | 2:30 - 2:45 | 220 km/h | Stock-based cars | Brake management |
Master every corner of Mount Panorama with our detailed analysis. Each section of The Mountain presents unique challenges that must be respected.
Type: 90-degree left, uphill
Speed: 70-85 km/h
Gear: 2nd
Key Point: Position for Mountain Straight
Technique:
Type: Left kink uphill
Speed: 140-160 km/h
Gear: 4th-5th
Key Point: Commitment uphill
Technique:
Type: Right-hander, steep uphill
Speed: 110-130 km/h
Gear: 3rd-4th
Key Point: Uphill traction
Technique:
Type: Off-camber right, then left
Speed: 100-120 km/h
Gear: 3rd
Key Point: Off-camber challenge
Technique:
Type: Fast left over crest
Speed: 140-160 km/h
Gear: 4th
Key Point: Blind crest commitment
Technique:
Type: Blind crest, slight right
Speed: 180-200 km/h
Gear: 5th
Key Point: Blind faith required
Technique:
Type: Downhill left-right-left sequence
Speed: 140-180 km/h
Gear: 4th-5th
Key Point: Rhythm through descent
Technique:
Type: Steep downhill left
Speed: 120-140 km/h
Gear: 3rd-4th
Key Point: Steep gradient control
Technique:
Type: Tight right-left complex
Speed: 80-100 km/h
Gear: 2nd-3rd
Key Point: Position for Conrod
Technique:
Type: 1.9km straight with kink
Speed: 300+ km/h
Gear: 7th-8th
Key Point: Flat out bravery
Technique:
Type: Heavy braking chicane
Speed: 100-120 km/h
Gear: 2nd-3rd
Key Point: Major overtaking zone
Technique:
Type: 90-degree left onto pit straight
Speed: 80-100 km/h
Gear: 2nd-3rd
Key Point: Exit speed crucial
Technique:
Each car class requires unique techniques to survive and thrive on The Mountain. Understanding these differences is crucial for both speed and survival.
Success at Mount Panorama requires more than speed - it demands respect, patience, and intelligent racecraft. The walls are always waiting.
The mountain section from Reid Park to Forrest's Elbow defines Mount Panorama. Master this section and you've conquered The Mountain.
Master the subtle techniques that separate survivors from specialists at Mount Panorama.
Understanding your data at Mount Panorama helps identify where speed can be found safely.
| Class | Sector 1 | Sector 2 | Sector 3 | Critical Section |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supercars | 50-51s | 32-33s | 40-41s | Mountain top |
| GT3 | 49-50s | 31-32s | 40-41s | The Esses |
| GT4 | 55-56s | 36-37s | 45-46s | Mountain climb |
| Production | 60-62s | 38-40s | 48-50s | Brake zones |
Mount Panorama demands mental strength unlike any other circuit. The combination of walls, blind corners, and elevation creates intense psychological pressure.
Success at Mount Panorama comes from respecting The Mountain while pushing your limits intelligently. Every lap is a privilege, every clean lap an achievement. Build your speed progressively, never exceed your comfort zone, and remember: The Mountain always wins in the end. Your job is to delay that inevitability as long as possible while extracting maximum performance.
Mount Panorama stands alone in motorsport - a circuit that combines the challenge of a street circuit with the speed of a permanent facility, all while climbing a mountain. It rewards bravery but punishes stupidity, demands precision but offers no forgiveness.
Remember, Mount Panorama is more than a race track - it's a rite of passage in Australian motorsport. Every driver who masters The Mountain earns a special place in racing history. Approach it with respect, build your speed methodically, and savor the incredible experience of conquering one of motorsport's greatest challenges. When you can lap Mount Panorama quickly and consistently, you've achieved something truly special in sim racing.