Product Overview
Designed and engineered by using the feedback from our community, virtual and real motorsport industry feedback; the Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite racing simulator cockpit* is a true all in one formula/GT/Hybrid position racing cockpit pushing the boundaries of what is expected of an aluminum profile cockpit and setting a new standard for sim racing. As well as market leading features the F-GT Elite sets a new benchmark for aesthetics, functionality and quality for an aluminum profile cockpit or what’s commonly referred to as an “8020 racing simulator cockpit”.
The Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite is a product designed from ground up with attention to detail. The F-GT Elite cockpit is much more than just another aluminum extrusion cockpit by using custom premium parts, finish, components and cutting-edge manufacturing to take aluminum profile cockpits to the Next Level.
Providing a competitive edge to virtual racers, the Elite series is used by racing professionals globally such as esports teams, race car drivers and sim racers seeking the ultimate in performance.
Leading Features
- Included in the F-GT Elite Front & Side Mount Edition are Next Level Racing’s bespoke Direct Drive mounting solution. CNC milled from a single billet of aluminum, Next Level Racing Front & Side Mount is a premium option for racers that demand the ultimate in versatility and rigidity from their cockpit. The 5mm thick, 6061 solid CNC anodized aluminum mount offers 70 degrees of tilt (40 degrees downward, 30 degrees upward), giving drivers the option to fine tune their Elite cockpit for the perfect driving position.
- Whilst providing complete rigidity and ultimate adjustability the F-GT Elite cockpit offers true and comfortable Formula, GT, hybrid, truck and tank driving positions with quick adjustments between positions making it a true one for all cockpit. The increased angle and range provided in the seat brackets, wheel and pedal plate caters for users of all sizes and driving styles by giving more adjustability than ever before.
- The innovative Next Level Racing® Seat Sliding System has been designed and engineered to eliminate the issue of flex found in conventional seat sliders used in simulation. The NLR ratchets are used to easily slide your seat back and forth to find the desired position for a flex free racing experience.
- The Next Level Racing® Seat Brackets are constructed from 5mm carbon steel to provide the rigidity required for high end sim racers and the new design provides more adjustability than ever before to support multiple seating positions with 98 adjustment options.
- The sliding pedal plates have been designed to provide easy and quick distance adjustments for pedals as well as compatibility with the continuously expanding pedal market. Equipped with 2 slotted 5mm carbon steel pedal plates with double precision folds, this setup ensures supreme rigidity but straightforward compatibility. The pedal tray area has been designed to offer more angle, height and distance adjustments to accommodate for a wider range of driving positions. The laser etched markings on the aluminium profile assist with making accurate adjustments.
- When it comes to aluminium profiles, they are not all the same quality and strength. The F-GT Elite features a premium thick-walled profile and a custom NLR 100mm x 40mm profile for the base of the cockpit, with a total weight of 53kg. This custom shape of the base profile provides extra strength and refined aesthetics.
- The post anodized carbon grey profile is achieved by a chemical balance and anodizing process that not only looks visually stunning but also provides a scratch resistant finish compared to your typical black profile that is prone to scratching. The premium post anodizing process means that even the ends of the profiles and holes are anodized for visual perfection as well as long term protection.
- The F-GT Elite cockpit provides a long list of unique custom engineered components to provide users with the highest quality and performing product on the market. Rather than adapting industrial off the shelf components, we are pioneering how aluminium profile cockpits should be designed. No industrial square brackets are required; profile pieces are pre-machined to allow for quicker, easier and stronger connections. We focused on the finer details like the black electroplated premium spring ball T-slot nuts and the custom NLR end caps to combine for improved functionality.
- Adding motion has never been easier as the F-GT Elite cockpit is compatible with all Next Level Racing® Motion products and designed for quick and simple installation with pre machined holes and included brackets.
Specifications
- Supported Height: 120 -210 cm or 4ft – 6ft 9 inches
- Supported Max Weight: 150 kg or 330 lbs
- Product Dimensions: 120 cm (L) x 70 cm (W) x 84cm(H) 47.2inches(L) x 27.6 inches(W) x 33.1 inches(H)
- Box Dimensions: 125 cm (L) x 43cm (W) x 34.5 (H) 49.2 inches(L) x 16. 9inches (W) x 13.6 inches(H)
- Product Weight: 53kg or 117 lbs
- Boxed Weight – GW: 57kg or 126 lbs / NW: 53 kg or 117 lbs
- Part Number – NLR-E003
What’s In the Box
- Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite Frame
- Next Level Racing® DD side and front mount mounting solution
- Seat brackets to install side mounting racing seat
- Gear shifter and hand brake support plate
- Next Level Racing® Foot Step Plate
- Next Level Racing® Tool Holder and premium ratchet tool with M6 & M8 tips, spirit level
- Next Level Racing® height adjustable shock absorption feet
- 8 x Next Level Racing® Cable Management Clips
- Buttkicker® Gamer 2 adaptor
- Screws to hard mount your wheel, shifter and pedals
- Next Level Racing® Custom End Caps
- Magnetic spirit level
- Colour instruction booklet for quick and easy assembly
Adjustability
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 - Carbon Grey Edition
- Next Level Racing® Tablet and Button Box Holder
- Next Level Racing® Direct Mount Monitor Stand - Carbon Grey Edition
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Single Monitor Stand - Carbon Grey Edition
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Triple Monitor Stand - Carbon Grey Edition
- Next Level Racing Elite Free Standing Quad Monitor Stand - Carbon Grey Edition
- Next Level Racing® Motion Platform V3
- Next Level Racing® Motion Plus Platform
- Next Level Racing® Traction Plus Platform
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..
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, Motion Plus Platform and Traction Plus Platform out of the box, allowing for an enhanced simulation experience.
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 Videos
F-GT Elite Front and Side Mount Edition Instruction Manual (PDF Version)
F-GT Elite Front and Side Mount Edition Assembly Video (YouTube Video)
Purchase Links USA and UK
F-GT Elite Front and Side Mount Edition Web Page