Next Level Racing · cockpit · 2021
Next Level Racing GTElite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)
Mid-range aluminum-profile GT cockpit; wheel-plate edition suits belt and gear wheels, not strong DD bases
NLR's GT-only aluminum profile cockpit, sold in wheel-plate or front-and-side-mount editions. Solid and well finished, slightly pricier than the Sim-Lab and Trak Racer equivalents.
AI rating
- Rigidity
- 8
- Adjustability
- 8
- Compactness
- 6
- Build quality
- 8
- Upgrade path
- 8
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 6
- Console racing
- 7
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 5
- Tight budgets
- 5
- Enthusiasts
- 8
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
- Aluminum profile handles mid-range DD bases with little flex
- Polished hardware and instructions by NLR's usual standard
- Ties into NLR's ES1 seat and Elite monitor and accessory line
- Seat sold separately
- Costs more than the GT1 Evo or TR80 Lite for similar stiffness
Watch out: Frame only and GT seating only: if you might want a formula position later, look at the F-GT Elite instead.
What it feels like
- Stiffness
- Wobble
- Damping
- Adjust range
- Portability
The enclosed aluminum base feels planted for a profile rig.
The seat slider and pedal plate let you dial in a GT driving position.
It is big and fixed, so moving it between rooms is a chore.
Like a sturdy workbench: solid when assembled, but you won't casually carry it around.
What the GTElite works with
- Rated for wheel bases up to about 25 Nm before the frame starts to flex.
- Sold without a seat: budget for one.
Wheel bases it can hold
Checked against the frame's torque rating.
Tech facts
| Rated torque | up to about 25 Nm |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Seat included | No |
| Folds away | No |
| Seating position | GT (upright) |
| Screen mount included | No |
| Safety | No electronics; passive frame. Needs 0 outlets. |
| Size (W × D × H) | 28 × 49 × 33 in (70 × 125 × 84 cm) |
| Materials | Aluminum and steel |
| Released | 2021 |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The GTElite is Next Level Racing's mid-range GT-style aluminum profile cockpit. It borrows ideas from the F-GT Elite: an enclosed base frame, precision-machined holes, laser-etched markings for assembly, and thick steel plates under the pedals and wheel mount. It ships as a frame with a seat slider, brackets, adjustable feet, a shifter/handbrake plate and cable clips, but no seat. Budget for a seat, which makes the real cost noticeably higher than the frame price.
The key buying decision is the edition. The Wheel Plate edition is aimed at lighter wheels from Thrustmaster, Fanatec and Logitech. The Front & Side Mount edition is the one NLR pitches at direct-drive bases such as the Simucube 2 and Fanatec DD1/DD2. The 25 Nm figure in this dataset looks more suited to the Front & Side Mount version. For a first rig on a gear or belt wheel, the Wheel Plate edition makes sense. Since the profile is aluminum, the frame is modular and works with NLR's Motion Plus platform. Price is the main drawback: launch pricing was $699 for the Wheel Plate edition, and cheaper 8020-style profile rigs exist.
Questions buyers ask
Will it hold a direct-drive wheel base?
The Front & Side Mount edition is the one NLR positions for DD bases like the Simucube 2 and Fanatec DD1/DD2. The Wheel Plate edition is aimed at lighter Thrustmaster, Fanatec and Logitech wheels. Pick the edition by your base.
Is a seat included?
No. It comes with a seat slider and brackets, but you supply the seat. Include that cost in your budget.
Can I add motion later?
Yes. NLR says it is compatible with its Motion Plus platform, and the kit includes a Buttkicker Gamer 2 adaptor.