INDUSTRY FEEDBACK ON ELITE RANGE
“I can honestly say this is a fantastic cockpit to own. Both the GTelite and F-GT elite units are solid as bricks, they look great and they have a lot of options for expansion as you gear and priorities change over time as a sim racer”
“I’ve really enjoyed building this rig everything about it has a premium feel to it everything from the packaging, the instructions, the way it goes together the finish of the product. Everything feels absolutely premium”
“For someone with a design background I can’t help but be blown away with how this thing looks, Next Level Racing have knocked it out the park with this one this looks absolutely incredible. If were comparing this to a car we would be comparing it to something like a McLaren or Ferrari it’s that level of finish”.
ABOUT
Designed and engineered by using the feedback from our community, professional drivers, and combined with years of expertise; 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 aluminium 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 aluminium 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 the ground up with attention to detail. The F-GT Elite cockpit is much more than just another aluminium extrusion cockpit by using custom premium parts, finish, components, and cutting-edge manufacturing to take aluminium profile cockpits to the Next Level.
Providing a competitive edge to virtual racers, the Elite series will be used by racing professionals globally such as esports teams, race car drivers, and sim racers seeking the ultimate in performance. *patent pending
Please note: For direct drive wheel users such as Fanatec® DD/ Simucube®/ Simagic® Next Level Racing recommends the Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite Front and Side Mount edition for an optimal racing experience
ALL-IN-ONE, MULTI-POSITION COCKPIT
Whilst providing complete rigidity and ultimate adjustability the F-GT Elite offers true and comfortable Formula, GT, hybrid, truck and tank driving positions with quick adjustments between positions making it a true all-in-one cockpit. The increased angle and range provided in the seat brackets, wheel and pedal caters for users of all sizes and driving styles by giving more adjustability than ever before.
THE IRACING EXPERIENCE
Users are now able to have a more interactive experience with the iRacing® brand by having a dedicated cockpit. With the purchase of every iRacing® Edition cockpit, new users are now able to take advantage of a 12-month free iRacing® subscription (110 USD value), making sim racing accessible. In addition, the F-GT Elite iRacing® cockpit provides a true brand experience with the coated iRacing® logos and colors. The F-GT Elite iRacing® is suited for all genres of racing in the iRacing® software, to create a unique and immersive experience.
INNOVATIVE FLEX-FREE NLR SEAT SLIDER & BRACKET SYSTEM
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 optional Next Level Racing® ES1 Elite Sim Racing Seat is the recommended seat to use with the Elite range of cockpits as the seat has been designed and optimised for elite sim racers.
UNIVERSAL SLIDING PEDAL PLATES
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.
CUSTOM PROFILE AND POST ANODIZING
When it comes to aluminium profiles, they are not all the same quality and strength. The F-GT Elite iRacing® Edition 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 post anodizing process as a last step also prevents having sharp shavings/edging ensuring safe setup of your new cockpit.
DESIGN SHOULD BE BEAUTIFUL & FUNCTIONAL
The F-GT Elite iRacing® Edition 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. The premium finish and materials, custom components and market leading design come together for a visual masterpiece.
MOTION ECOSYSTEM
Adding motion has never been easier as the F-GT Elite iRacing® Edition cockpit is compatible with all Next Level Racing® Motion products and designed for quick and simple installation with pre machined holes and included brackets.
NLR HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SHOCK ABSORPTION FEET
Uneven floors should never spoil your simulation experience. We have kept this in mind when designing our height adjustment feet allowing independent adjustments for the height of each corner of your cockpit. The custom designed feet are not only a major aesthetical improvement on typical industrial feet commonly used in the simulation market, they also Include TPE shock absorption plugs designed to absorb vibrations and provide grip on slippery surfaces. For user experience, the custom Next Level Racing® Safety Step included with the cockpit allows easier access in and out of the cockpit for drivers
EASE OF ASSEMBLY AND USE
By designing custom components and using advanced manufacturing for precision machined holes in the aluminium profile this allows easier assembly and more rigid connection as the profile bolts together. The improved design means that the hassles of aligning fiddly corner brackets are a thing of the past. Combining the ease of assembly with the laser etched line markings on the profile help you to get racing quicker than any other aluminium cockpit before. Each piece is individually placed in our custom foam packaging to ensure the safety of the product while in transport and providing a seamless user experience from the time the packaging is opened.
ALL THE EXTRAS INCLUDED
- Free 12 months iRacing® subscription for new users
- Next Level Racing® Premium 5mm Carbon Steel Seat Brackets with 98 adjustment options and compatible with side mounting bucket seats
- Next Level Racing® Flex Free Seat Slider system eliminating flex found in sim cockpit seat sliders
- Pedal plate design provides sliding adjustability for quick distance adjustment
- Gear shifter and handbrake support plate and Buttkicker® Gamer 2 adaptor
- Next Level Racing® Foot Step making it more comfortable getting in and out of the seat/cockpit
- Next Level Racing® Tool Kit Holder to have your tools for adjustment connected to the cockpit for when needed
- Ratchet tool including for ease of assembly and allowing for quick adjustments
- Next Level Racing® Custom Feet with height adjustable shock absorption feet
- 8 x Next Level Racing® Custom Cable Clips holding up to 4 larger cables or 8 smaller gauged cables
- Premium custom black electroplated spring ball T-slot nuts
- Laser engraved markings for ease of lining up and adjusting wheel and pedal positions
- Next Level Racing® Motion Brackets to bolt the Motion Platform V3 straight onto the profile with ease
Please note: For direct drive wheel users such as Fanatec® DD/ Simucube®/ Simagic® Next Level Racing recommends the Next Level Racing® F-GT Elite Front and Side Mount edition for an optimal racing experience