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Next Level Racing F-GT Lite Foldable Cockpit
Foldable steel cockpit with seat that switches between GT and Formula positions
A folding cockpit that switches between an upright GT position and a reclined formula position. It is the cheapest way to try formula seating, with the stiffness limits of any fabric folding rig.
AI rating
- Rigidity
- 4
- Adjustability
- 7
- Compactness
- 8
- Build quality
- 6
- Upgrade path
- 2
- Value
- 6
Who it suits
- First rig
- 7
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 3
- Small rooms
- 8
- Tight budgets
- 7
- Enthusiasts
- 2
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Converts between GT and formula seating positions
- Seat included and folds for storage
- Good fit for F1 games on console with a gear-driven wheel
- Formula position puts more load on a thin frame, so flex shows earlier than in GT mode
- Changing positions takes tools and time, not a quick switch
Watch out: Stick to gear or belt wheels; strong force feedback in formula mode makes the wheel deck move.
What it feels like
- Stiffness
- Wobble
- Damping
- Adjust range
- Portability
You can switch between GT and Formula positions with the quick-release hubs.
Under hard braking or strong wheel force you'll see some flex in the frame.
When you're done, it folds up and stands in a corner.
Closer to a sturdy folding camp chair than a fixed steel office desk.
What the F-GT Lite works with
- Rated for wheel bases up to about 6 Nm before the frame starts to flex.
- Seat included.
- Folds away between sessions.
Wheel bases it can hold
Checked against the frame's torque rating.
Tech facts
| Rated torque | up to about 6 Nm |
|---|---|
| Frame | Steel |
| Seat included | Yes |
| Folds away | Yes |
| Seating position | GT or formula |
| Screen mount included | No |
| Connection | None (passive frame) |
| Weight capacity | 130 kg (287 lb) |
| Safety | Adjustment hubs rated to 150 kg of force by NLR; user height range 120-200 cm |
| Size (W × D × H) | 26 × 61 × 37 in (65 × 155 × 95 cm) |
| Weight | 37 lb (17 kg) |
| Materials | Steel, fabric and plastic |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The F-GT Lite is Next Level Racing's entry-level foldable cockpit. It's built around adjustment hubs that let you move between an upright GT position and a reclined Formula position. NLR rates the hubs at 150 kg of force. The fabric seat is included on the standard model (NLR-S015), so you don't have to buy a separate seat. The frame is pre-drilled for Logitech, Thrustmaster and Fanatec gear, and it takes shifter mounts on either side. It folds down to roughly 75 x 40 x 87 cm even with wheel and pedals attached, so it suits a bedroom or shared space. The compromise is stiffness. A light folding tube frame flexes more than an aluminum profile rig, so it suits gear-driven and belt-driven wheels, and 5-6 Nm direct drive is about the ceiling. A stronger wheelbase will make the frame flex. It has no monitor mount, so you need a stand or a desk-mounted option. Stock has been patchy: the US store listed it as sold out at the time of research. Check availability, and look at the Carbon Grey edition, which is listed at $299 but doesn't include the seat. It's a sensible first rig for small rooms and modest wheels.
Questions buyers ask
Can it handle a direct drive wheel?
NLR doesn't publish a torque rating for the frame. Entry-level direct drive of about 5-6 Nm is a sensible limit, and stronger bases will cause visible flex. Treat that limit as our estimate, not an NLR spec.
Does it come with a seat and monitor stand?
The standard F-GT Lite (NLR-S015) includes the fabric seat. No monitor stand is included. Use a separate stand or put the screen on a desk in front of the rig. The Carbon Grey edition does not include the seat.
Does it fold with the wheel and pedals attached?
Yes, NLR says it folds with electronics installed. Folded size is about 75 x 40 x 87 cm. You may need to tidy the cables first.