page_title: Honda Type R
section_title: NSX Type R
hierarchical_section_title: Honda Type R / NSX Type R
caption_attribution_description: I photoed Honda NSX Type R in the Honda collection hole.
context_page_description: Honda Type R models are special performance editions of their respective model families.
  The design of Type R models was originally focused on race conditions, with an emphasis on minimizing weight, and maximizing performance potential. Thus, Type R models were first conceived for racetracks. However, due to Honda's increased focus on their VTEC engines, Type R vehicles were eventually designed for a much wider market.
  Type R vehicles traditionally have a red Honda badge and Championship White paint as an option, as a tribute to their first winning F1 car. Honda's racing and F1 cars often feature a red Honda badge.
  The Type R was utilised by Acura on their high performance vehicles and evolved into Type-S well known today.
context_section_description: Honda produced a very limited number of NSX Type R models from 1992 to 1995 for Japan. Major changes include a more aggressive suspension and an extensive weight reduction to 1,230 kg (2,712 lb) from the normal NSX weight of 1,350 kg (2,976 lb). The NSX Type R was track oriented and, to reduce weight, lacked sound deadening, audio, electric windows and air conditioning. The NSX Type R's role was fulfilled by the NSX Type S Zero in 1997.
  A second iteration of the Type R, dubbed NSX-R, was released in 2002, again exclusively in Japan. The NSX-R had a more aggressive rear spoiler and hood vent, featured a roof scoop, along with various refinements to reduce weight to 1,270 kg (2,800 lb). Under the body, panels and air fences in the front, along with a small rear diffuser, produced balanced downforce. These subtle changes along with its renowned handling kept the NSX-R competitive on the track against considerably higher-powered cars.
caption: 1992 NSX Type R
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