Product Overview
Introducing the Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition, the ultimate simulator cockpit designed for top-tier racers. Indeed, this model stands out for its commitment to quality and unparalleled rigidity for racers who seek the best in racing equipment.
Furthermore, the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition is a product of thorough research and user feedback. As a result, the F-GT Elite 160 excels in providing a flex-free, high-quality aluminum extrusion simulation cockpit experience. The F-GT Elite 160 features premium anodized high-grade aluminum, powder-coated carbon steel components, and custom Next Level Racing® end caps and T-slot nuts, emphasizing quality.
Additionally, racers will appreciate the F-GT Elite 160’s vast adjustability and customization options. It is also seamlessly compatible with the Next Level Racing® Motion Ecosystem*. Lastly, combining top-notch materials, extensive adjustability, and compatibility, the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition delivers an unmatched premium immersive experience.
* To clarify, the F-GT Elite 160 is designed to integrate with the Next Level Racing® Motion Platform V3 and Motion Plus Platform. Therefore, for those seeking to attach the Traction Plus Platform, the Next Level Racing® Elite Motion Adaptor Upgrade Kit is required.
Leading Features
- Unquestionably, there should be no compromise when it comes to premium simulation cockpits, as the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition stands as a testament to this for the Elite user. Significantly, the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition emerges as the ideal choice for those who demand nothing but the best. Also, characterized by unparalleled rigidity, innovation, quality, and extensive customization. This product encapsulates the complete package for ergonomic Formula, GT, hybrid, truck, and tank driving positions. Consequently, users can experience the best of sim racing setups with the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition.
- The innovative Next Level Racing® Seat Sliding System has been designed and engineered to eliminate the issue of flex found in conventional seat sliders. Therefore, the custom Next Level Racing® ratchets are used to easily slide your seat back and forth to find the perfect position for a flex-free racing experience.
- The Next Level Racing® Seat Brackets are built from 5mm carbon steel to provide the rigidity required. The new design provides more adjustability than ever before to support multiple seating positions with 98 adjustment options. As a result, all Next Level Racing® Seats are the compatible seats to use with the Elite range of cockpits as the seat has been designed for the most demanding users.
- In aluminum extrusion cockpits, the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition distinguishes itself where quality and strength are often compromised. Remarkably, this exceptional product features flex-free aluminum extrusion and a bespoke Next Level Racing® 160mm x 40mm profile, ensuring unmatched strength at the base of the cockpit. Moreover, with the F-GT Elite 160, users gain the confidence to enjoy a true multi-position cockpit for Formula, Hybrid, and GT driving, without sacrificing design or strength.
- The F-GT Elite 160 is constructed with a premium thick-walled profile and a unique 160mm X 40mm profile for the cockpit’s base, weighing a total of 60kg. This specialized shape of the base profile not only adds extra strength but also enhances aesthetics. Furthermore, the precisely designed multi-folded pedal plates, when combined with thick carbon steel, eliminate deflection and flex, creating a stronger and more rigid platform for attaching high-performance electronics. The robustness of the F-GT Elite 160 is evident in FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Tests. This demonstrates its superior design compared to other flat steel or aluminum designs in conventional cockpits. Notably, the Pedal Deck strength is equivalent to 18.44mm steel or 26.5mm aluminum.
- The bespoke sliding pedal plates and wheel plates are specifically designed to allow easy and quick adjustments for pedal distance. Additionally, equipped with two slotted 5mm carbon steel pedal plates featuring double precision folds, this setup guarantees supreme rigidity and straightforward compatibility. Moreover, the pedal tray and wheel plate area, complemented by laser-etched markings on the aluminum profile, aid in making precise adjustments. In conjunction with custom Next Level Racing® Shoulder Bolts, these features offer a high degree of angle, height, and distance adjustments, to achieve the perfect racing position.
- Not only does the F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition arrive pre-drilled for major steering wheel and pedal manufacturers but features unique laser-engraved guides and pre-machined slots for the perfect driving experience. With this in mind, the printed guides assist the users in achieving a perfect ergonomic setup in Formula, Hybrid, GT, Truck, and Tank driving positions
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The Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition is the ultimate cockpit for bottom-mounted wheelbases, pedal sets, shifters, handbrakes, bass shakers, and more due to its universal compatibility. The F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition upgrades setups with Next Level Racing® Motion product compatibility*.
* To clarify, the Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite 160 is compatible with the Next Level Racing® Motion Platform V3, Motion Plus Platform. Furthermore, users have the option to attach two Motion Plus Platforms. Additionally, for those looking to attach the Traction Plus Platform to the cockpit, the Next Level Racing® Elite Motion Adaptor Upgrade Kit is required.
- In addition, the F-GT Elite 160 cockpit stands out with its extensive array of custom-engineered components, ensuring it’s the highest quality and best-performing product available. Instead of using standard industrial parts, we’re leading the way in designing aluminum profile cockpits. Therefore, traditional square industrial brackets are no longer necessary, as our extrusion pieces are pre-machined for quicker, easier, and more robust connections.
- Moreover, the attention to detail is evident throughout the cockpit. Notable features include the black electroplated premium spring ball T-slot nuts, and custom Next Level Racing® Shoulder Bolts and end caps, which all contribute to the cockpit’s overall excellence. In conclusion, the combination of a premium finish, bespoke components, and leading-edge design culminates in a visually stunning masterpiece.
- By intentionally designing custom components and employing advanced manufacturing techniques for precision-machined holes in the aluminum profile, we facilitate easier assembly and ensure a more rigid connection when the profile bolts together. Consequently, the improved design effectively eliminates the hassles of aligning fiddly corner brackets, making them a thing of the past. Combining the ease of assembly with the laser-etched line markings on the profile helps you to get racing quicker. Each piece is individually placed in our custom foam packaging to ensure the safety of the product while in transport. This provides a seamless user experience from the time the packaging is opened.
Specifications
- Material | 40/40, 40/80, 40/120, 40/160 Aluminium Extrusion
- Finish | High Quality Powder Coat / Anodised Aluminium / Laser Engraved Logos and Alignment Lines
- Boxed Dimensions: 127cm (L) x 41.5cm (W) x 42.5cm (H) / 50 inches(L) x 16.3 inches(W) x 16.7inches(H)
- Product Dimensions: 136cm (L) x 84.2cm (W) x 94.2cm (H) / 53.5inches(L) x 33inches(W) x 37.1inches(H)
- Boxed Weight: GW: 66.6kg / 146.8 lbs
- Product Weight: NW: 60.1 kg/ 132.5 lbs
- Part Number: NLR-E026
What’s In the Box
- Premium Black Anodised Finish Aluminium Extrusion
- Side & Front Mount Brackets
- Motion Platform V3 Mounting Brackets
- Next Level Racing® Height Adjustable shock absorbing feet
- Next Level Racing® Custom Cable clips
- Next Level Racing® Seat Brackets
- Shifter and Handbrake Plate
- Next Level Racing® Safety Footstep
- Next Level Racing® Toolkit and Spirit Level
- Extra hardware for peripherals and Assembly Instructions
- ButtKicker® Mounting Pole
- Instruction Manual Booklet
Compatible Products
- Next Level Racing® ES1 Seat
- Next Level Racing® ERS1 Seat
- Next Level Racing® ERS2 Seat
- Next Level Racing® ERS3 Seats
- Next Level Racing® ERS4 Seats
- Next Level Racing® ERS5 Seats
- Next Level Racing® PRS1 Seat
- Next Level Racing® PRS2 Seat
- Next Level Racing® VR Headset Holder
- Next Level Racing® Lockable Castor Wheels
- Next Level Racing® Elite Keyboard and Mouse Tray Black Edition
- Next Level Racing® Tablet and Button Box Holder
- Next Level Racing® Direct Mount Monitor Stand Black Edition
- Next Level Racing® Elite Direct Overhead Attachment
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Single Monitor Stand Black Edition
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Triple Monitor Stand Black Edition
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Quad Monitor Stand Black Edition
- Next Level Racing® Motion Adaptor Upgrade Kit
- Next Level Racing® Motion Platform V3
- Next Level Racing® Motion Plus Platform
- Next Level Racing® Traction Plus Platform (**Elite Motion Adaptor Upgrade Kit Required)
Compatible Electronics
Wheelbases:
- Fanatec DD1/DD2 Podium
- Fanatec CSL DD Range
- Simucube 2 Pro
- Simucube 2 Sport
- Simucube 2 Ultimate
- Simagic Alpha / M10
- Simagic Alpha Evo / Evo Sport / Evo Pro **With Simagic MB-F Bracket**
- Mige 130 motors
- VRS DirectForce Pro
- Kollmorgen akm 52-53-54 (osw and leo bodnar simsteering systems)
Mounting Specifications:
Shifters and Handbrakes:
- Aiologs Sequential Shifter
- BJ Sim Handbrake 2.0
- BJ Sequential Shifter 3.0
- DSD Handbrake Type 3
- DSD Pro Sequential Shifter
- Fanatec Clubsport Shifter
- Fanatec Clubsport Handbrake
- Heusinkveld Sim Shifter
- Heusinkveld Handbrake
- Logitech Driving Force Shifter
- Oktane Handbrake
- PSL Sequential Shifter.V2
- Thrustmaster TSS Shifter
- Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake
- Thrustmaster TH8A Shifter
- Simworx Shifter
Mounting Diagram:
Pedals:
- Fanatec CSL Elite / CSL V3 Pedals & Inverted
- Fanatec ClubSport V3 Pedals
- MOZA CRP2 Pedals (may require extra M8 nuts for mounting)
- Heusinkveld Sprint Pedals (requires Sprint Pedal Baseplate)
- Heusinkveld Ultimate Pedals (requires Ultimate Pedal Baseplate)
- BJ Pedals (With Base Plate)
FAQs
Q: What wheel mounting type is this edition ideal for?
The Front & Side Mount Edition includes a bespoke Direct Drive mounting solution, CNC milled from a single billet of aluminum, offering enhanced rigidity and versatility for high-end Direct Drive wheelbases such as Fanatec DD1/DD2, Simucube 2 Pro/Sport/Ultimate, Simagic Alpha/M10, Mige 130 motors, VRS DirectForce Pro, and Kollmorgen AKM 52-54 series.
Q: What driving positions does this cockpit support?
It offers true and comfortable Formula, GT, hybrid, truck, and tank driving positions, with quick adjustments between positions, making it a versatile all-in-one cockpit.
Q: Is the cockpit compatible with motion platforms?
Yes, it is compatible with Next Level Racing® Motion Platform V3 and Motion Plus Platform out of the box, allowing for an enhanced simulation experience. To mount the Traction Plus Platform; the Elite Motion Adaptor Upgrade Kit is required.
Q: What materials are used in the construction of the cockpit?
The cockpit features a premium anodized black aluminum finish with high-quality powder-coated carbon steel components, providing both strength and durability.
Instruction Guides and Product Pages
F-GT Elite 160 Front & Mount Edition Instruction Manual (PDF)
F-GT Elite 160 Front & Mount Edition Instruction Assembly Video
Purchase Links USA and UK