Overview
When we are talking about the most loved and feared tracks on Gran Turismo 7 at the same time, ‘Bathurst is most definitely right at the top of that list. You’ve either got it around this track or you don’t. Today let’s focus on how to make sure that you can count yourself towards those who do.
Mount Panorama is the track that will teach you patience and car control. Quite often those who take it easy and look after the car end up being faster.
Already starting with turns 1 and 2 you will learn that the inside curbs are not your friend around this track, and the uphill section will test your throttle control. But the real challenge begins in turn 10 and last all the way down to turn 18. Going downhill you’ll need to carry as much speed as possible, while carefully working with both throttle and brake application to keep the car stable and pointing in the right direction.
And as if the whole lap wasn’t stressful enough, turns 21 and 23 require incredible braking precision to maximize the speed but most importantly to make sure that you don’t overshoot the corner.
For the more in-depth guide on how to find pace around Mount Panorama we highly recommend to watch our dedicated Lap Guide video that you can find down below
Lap Guide
Braking Zones and Corner Speeds
History
The track is a public road for the majority of the year and as such regular road rules apply (incl.2 way traffic, 60km/hr speed limit). It is 174 metres from the bottom of the circuit (Pit Straight) to the top of Skyline, “as the crow flies”. Race direction (during major events) is anti-clockwise.
Mount Panorama is unique in its rural setting. There are over 40 private residences located around the circuit (inside and outside). Private businesses also exist on the Mount – including: luxury accommodation, a winery, restaurant and fruit orchard. Several local sporting associations also use the Mount as a base for their activities, including the Sporting Shooters Association, Bathurst Rifle Club, Bathurst Gun Club, Panorama Motorcycle Club, and, of course, the Bathurst Light Car Club.
The National Motor Racing Museum sits on Murray’s Corner, showcasing an impressive array of motorcycle and car racing memorabilia from all over the country. The mix of homes, businesses and sporting clubs adds to the mystique of the Mount, creating a laid-back, welcoming feel to this remarkable track. Learn more about the history of the Mount Panorama circuit here.
Telemetry
You can download the telemetry from Iggy’s fast lap shown in the lap guide video above and use it to compare to your own captured telemetry. If you need help getting started capturing and viewing your own Gran Turismo telemetry you can check out our quick start guide.
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