Richard Mille RM 11-03 | McLaren

Richard Mille RM 11-03 | McLaren

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Description

An extraordinary collaboration between Richard Mille and the esteemed British automaker McLaren, the RM 11-03 epitomizes the two brands’ fusion of high-performance engineering and avant-garde design. Released in 2018 at the Geneva International Motor Show, this limited-edition watch of just 500 pieces kicked off Richard Mille and McLaren’s collaborative relationship with a design language rooted in Richard Mille’s distinctive aesthetic and McLaren’s powerful automotive legacy. Both brands synonymous with technical innovation and unconventional aesthetics, the RM 11-03 McLaren as an ode to automotive engineering excellence and horological craftsmanship at its very finest. Featuring Richard Mille’s signature tonneau-shaped case made from Carbon TPT interwoven with Orange Quartz TPT (Thin Ply Technology), the RM 11-03 McLaren’s case boasts a visually striking combination of black and orange stripes that are visually distinctive to look at and lightweight and exceptionally durable on the wrist. Consistent with Richard Mille’s aesthetic ethos, the RM 11-03’s 44.5mm-wide case celebrates McLaren’s design language, while enhancing the watch’s exciting visual appeal. Powered by the automatic cal. RMAC3 movement that Richard Mille debuted in 2016, the RM 11-03 McLaren’s completely skeletonized dial reveals the abundance of mechanical components that lie beneath and drive its flyback chronograph, annual calendar, and oversized date display. Reinforcing the historical connection between horology and high-performance automotive design, the RM 11-03 McLaren is a groundbreaking timepiece that combines Richard Mille’s horological expertise with the spirit of McLaren’s legendary supercars through its stunning visual elements and its unparalleled mechanical prowess.

Specifications

  • Brand
  • Richard Mille
  • Model
  • RM 11-03 Red NTPT
  • Reference
  • RM 11-03
  • Movement
  • Automatic
  • Case Material
  • NTPT
  • Bracelet Material
  • Rubber
  • Year
  • Unknown
  • Condition
  • Very Good
  • Bracelet Color
  • Orange

The Details

  • Box / Papers
  • Original box, Original papers
  • Gender
  • Men's watch/Unisex
  • Movement / Caliber
  • RMAC3
  • Base Caliber
  • -
  • Clasp
  • Buckle
  • Clasp Material
  • Carbon
  • Movement
  • Automatic
  • Power Reserve
  • 55 h
  • Jewels
  • 68

Features

  • Case Material
  • NPTP
  • Case Diameter
  • 50 mm x 44 mm
  • Crystal
  • Sapphire Crystal
  • Dial
  • Transparent
  • Functions
  • Time, Date, Power Reserve Indicator, Winding Indicator
  • Water Resistance
  • 5 ATM
  • Bezel Material
  • NTPT
  • Dial Numerals
  • Arabic
  • Bracelet Material
  • Rubber

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FAQs

This timepiece is a collaboration between Richard Mille and McLaren Automotive, blending motorsport-inspired design with ultra-high-end watchmaking. Its materials and features reflect McLaren’s supercar DNA — from the Carbon TPT® and Orange Quartz TPT® case to the F1-inspired design elements.

It’s limited to only 500 pieces worldwide, making it a highly exclusive and collectible timepiece. It was initially available only to McLaren Ultimate Series clients.

The case is made of Carbon TPT® interlaced with Orange Quartz TPT®, giving it a high strength-to-weight ratio, along with bold visual patterns. Titanium is also used for the crown, pushers, and inserts — all inspired by McLaren car parts.

The watch features a flyback chronograph, annual calendar, oversized date, 12-hour and 60-minute totalizers, and a variable-geometry rotor, which adjusts winding based on the wearer's activity level.

Though it launched at around $190,000 USD, current secondary market prices (as of 2025) are typically in the range of $410,000 to $500,000+, depending on condition, accessories, and demand.

G&G Timepieces is home to the some of the most exceptional, pre-owned luxury watches, all certified as authentic & collector quality.

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Orange Quartz TPT and Carbon Construction

The Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren showcases cutting edge materials that define modern watchmaking innovation. Richard Mille crafted this timepiece using Orange Quartz TPT for the case, a distinctive material developed through close collaboration with McLaren Automotive. This innovative material consists of hundreds of quartz layers interspersed with orange resin, compressed at 6 bars and heated to 120°C. The manufacturing process creates the watch's signature orange appearance that mirrors McLaren's racing heritage.

Carbon TPT forms the caseback, delivering robust durability while maintaining lightweight performance. Grade 5 titanium pushers provide precision control for the chronograph functions. The fusion of these cutting edge technology materials results in exceptional wrist presence without excessive weight. Orange Quartz TPT creates unique visual patterns in each timepiece, meaning no two RM 11-03 McLaren watches display identical appearances. The material's dynamic character captures light differently throughout the day, creating subtle shifts in color intensity.

The Automatic Flyback Chronograph Caliber RMAC3

Richard Mille equipped the RM 11-03 McLaren with an automatic movement delivering sophisticated functionality for collectors. The automatic flyback chronograph enables timing consecutive events without stopping and resetting between measurements. This complication proves invaluable for motorsports enthusiasts tracking lap times or multiple racing sequences. The anual calendar displays month indicator information alongside an oversized date window at 12 o'clock, reducing adjustment requirements to once yearly.

The movement's variable geometry rotor adapts to your wearer's activity level, optimizing winding efficiency whether you maintain active or sedentary routines. The caliber provides 55 hour power reserve, supporting weekend storage without losing timekeeping precision. Titanium construction throughout the movement components reduces weight while maintaining horological craftsmanship standards. The skeletonized architecture reveals the movement's complexity, showcasing the engineering detail behind each timepiece features.

McLaren Automotive Partnership and Racing Innovation

The Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren represents a bold fusion between two brands dedicated to high performance innovation. This limited edition timepiece emerged from close collaboration between Richard Mille and McLaren Automotive, uniting horological excellence with automotive engineering. The partnership began with shared values around cutting edge technology, lightweight materials, and performance-driven design. McLaren's distinctive headlights inspired the RM 11-03's case shape, translating automotive design language into wrist-worn architecture. The watch captures the spirit of high performance vehicles through its dynamic aesthetic and technical complexity.

Richard Mille's brand dedication to new materials parallels McLaren's approach to carbon fiber engineering and aerodynamic innovation. Both companies push boundaries in their respective fields, creating products that blend luxury with uncompromising functionality. The orange accent throughout the timepiece directly references McLaren's signature Papaya Orange racing color, established during Bruce McLaren's early racing years. This limited edition status ensures exclusivity for collectors seeking timepieces that represent modern craftsmanship at its peak.

Authenticating the Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren

The Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren's desirability makes it a target for counterfeiters attempting to replicate this limited edition timepiece. Authentic Orange Quartz TPT cases display irregular layered patterns created during the manufacturing compression process. Each genuine piece shows unique material formations that sophisticated fakes cannot accurately reproduce. The Carbon TPT caseback requires similar scrutiny, as authentic material exhibits specific fiber orientation visible under magnification. Titanium pushers should demonstrate precise finishing standards, with edges showing proper beveling and surface treatment. The movement's variable geometry rotor represents another critical authentication point, as genuine mechanisms display specific engineering tolerances.

Our authentication process at G&G Timepieces includes a comprehensive movement examination for every Richard Mille. We verify the RMAC3 caliber's component finishing, examining bridges, gears, and jewel settings against known authentic examples. Serial number verification cross-references the case number with Richard Mille's production records. Documentation accompanying genuine RM 11-03 McLaren watches includes specific certificates and warranty cards that counterfeiters struggle to replicate accurately. The rubber strap should display proper material quality and precise McLaren branding integration. We guarantee 100% authenticity on every Richard Mille in our collection. This commitment protects collectors investing in these exceptional timepieces, ensuring they acquire genuine examples of Richard Mille and McLaren's innovative collaboration.

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