Richard Mille's RM 30-01 is a watch dedicated to racing
Richard Mille has been part of the Le Mans Classic story since its inception in 2002, creating limited-edition timepieces for each edition of the race from 2008 onwards. With this latest creation, the connection feels more intimate than ever. Dressed in the unmistakable green and white of the historic race, the RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic feels like a time capsule of motorsport's soul, encased in quartz, titanium, and rubber. The vivid Green Quartz TPT case band clamped between titanium bezels sets the tone, while the vented green rubber strap, designed for breathability, hints at the air ducts of a vintage racer.
But beneath the surface is where the real magic happens. The RMAR2 calibre beats like a race-tuned engine, crafted from grade 5 titanium for strength without the burden of weight. True to Richard Mille's philosophy, innovation isn't just an afterthought — it's built into every fibre of the watch. Take the declutchable rotor, for instance. This is no mere technical flourish. It's a smart safeguard against overwinding, disengaging automatically when the mainspring hits its limit, then waiting for the right moment to spring back into action. Its mechanical empathy is much like a seasoned driver who instinctively lifts off the throttle before pushing the engine to its breaking point. As the power reserve dips below 40 hours, the rotor quietly re-engages, ready to fuel another lap. This constant balance between power and restraint is visible through an indicator on the dial, offering a small window into the dynamic heart of the watch.
Every detail tells a story. The oversized date window is framed like a finish-line flag, while the 24-hour counter at 2 o'clock offers a subtle nod to the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, the spirit of which Le Mans Classic so vividly brings to life. Even the number 16 on the 24-hour disc, highlighted in green, recalls the race's traditional start time. And much like a racing gearbox, the function selector lets you toggle between winding, hand setting, and date adjustment — each function displayed clearly on the dial, leaving no room for guesswork when every second counts.
Limited to just 150 pieces, the RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic isn't made for display cabinets. It's built for those who thrive on endurance and live life at full throttle. In every bridge, every screw, and every flash of green and white, Richard Mille channels the relentless spirit of endurance racing. This is the kind of watch that stops you in your tracks — and then dares you to keep going, lap after lap.
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It's not often that a watch stops you in your tracks. But the RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic — a kinetic sculpture driven by the pulse of motorsport's golden age — demands that you pause and take a closer look. In this latest tribute to the legendary Le Mans Classic, one of the world's most iconic celebrations of racing, Richard Mille reminds us why its unapologetically elaborate creations live at the crossroads of art and adrenaline. Richard Mille has been part of the Le Mans Classic story since its inception in 2002, creating limited-edition timepieces for each edition of the race from 2008 onwards. With this latest creation, the connection feels more intimate than ever. Dressed in the unmistakable green and white of the historic race, the RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic feels like a time capsule of motorsport's soul, encased in quartz, titanium, and rubber. The vivid Green Quartz TPT case band clamped between titanium bezels sets the tone, while the vented green rubber strap, designed for breathability, hints at the air ducts of a vintage racer. But beneath the surface is where the real magic happens. The RMAR2 calibre beats like a race-tuned engine, crafted from grade 5 titanium for strength without the burden of weight. True to Richard Mille's philosophy, innovation isn't just an afterthought — it's built into every fibre of the watch. Take the declutchable rotor, for instance. This is no mere technical flourish. It's a smart safeguard against overwinding, disengaging automatically when the mainspring hits its limit, then waiting for the right moment to spring back into action. Its mechanical empathy is much like a seasoned driver who instinctively lifts off the throttle before pushing the engine to its breaking point. As the power reserve dips below 40 hours, the rotor quietly re-engages, ready to fuel another lap. This constant balance between power and restraint is visible through an indicator on the dial, offering a small window into the dynamic heart of the watch. Every detail tells a story. The oversized date window is framed like a finish-line flag, while the 24-hour counter at 2 o'clock offers a subtle nod to the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, the spirit of which Le Mans Classic so vividly brings to life. Even the number 16 on the 24-hour disc, highlighted in green, recalls the race's traditional start time. And much like a racing gearbox, the function selector lets you toggle between winding, hand setting, and date adjustment — each function displayed clearly on the dial, leaving no room for guesswork when every second counts. Limited to just 150 pieces, the RM 30-01 Le Mans Classic isn't made for display cabinets. It's built for those who thrive on endurance and live life at full throttle. In every bridge, every screw, and every flash of green and white, Richard Mille channels the relentless spirit of endurance racing. This is the kind of watch that stops you in your tracks — and then dares you to keep going, lap after lap.
