2023 All-new Features.
- All-new aluminum bulkhead framework increases reliability, strength, and allows for much greater airflow to cool the drivetrain as well as more convenient maintenance from the super easy diff access
- Front & rear aluminum diff pinion adapters maintain proper gear mesh and allow for significantly improved cooling of the pinion gear bearings
- Aluminum eccentric bushings for the rear differential allow for a new diff height tuning adjustment
- Redesigned chassis plate to match the aluminum bulkheads features extra cutouts around the engine and rear driveline to promote airflow and increased cooling of the drivetrain
- New front & rear shock towers feature a second row of shock absorber positions for super fine adjustments
- To accommodate the latest low profile racing bodies, the rear shock tower features an additional wing mounting position to place the wing mount as low as possible
- Redesigned front upper carbon top deck reinforces the new aluminum bulkheads and chassis
- All-new high-acceleration clutch bell features an independent clutch housing with a separate one-piece machined 2-gear 14/18T pinion gear module
- New diff crown gears and pinion gears use specially designed profile of the 46T and 13T gears for a perfectly matched engagement that ensures smoother operation, less drag and significantly longer lifespan
- New lightweight foam bumper
- Graphite upper plate for the upper bumper assembly integrates with the alum bulkheads to reinforce the foam bumper and protect the front suspension and chassis components
- Ball bearing equipped front and rear anti-roll bar systems mounted via aluminum collars to provide easy and precise installation while eliminating excess play for consistent performance
- Graphite rear roll center upper plate on the uprights expand adjustment possibilities with the whole range of offset wheel axles
- Front suspension holder remains in place during bulkhead disassembly to keep suspension intact for easier drivetrain service
- Steering system features lower servo saver posts and aluminum steering plate to integrate with the new bulkhead geometry
- Graphite upper center mounting plate with more open design to improve central transmission cooling
- 2-speed gear box with new super-lightweight one-way bearing drive flange for a lighter drive train and updated 2-speed carrier and 47/50T spur gears for faster acceleration
- New central dogbone lengths to fit the updated chassis and bulkhead dimensions and updated outdrives with M5 setscrews for improved reliability and easier servicing
- New brake linkage assemblies with stiff springs and ball-shaped bushings result in a more reliable and consistent brake operation through even the longest runs
- All-new aluminum bulkhead framework increases reliability, strength, and allows for much greater airflow to cool the drivetrain as well as more convenient maintenance from the super easy diff access
- Front & rear aluminum diff pinion adapters maintain proper gear mesh and allow for significantly improved cooling of the pinion gear bearings
- Aluminum eccentric bushings for the rear differential allow for a new diff height tuning adjustment
- Redesigned chassis plate to match the aluminum bulkheads features extra cutouts around the engine and rear driveline to promote airflow and increased cooling of the drivetrain
- New front & rear shock towers feature a second row of shock absorber positions for super fine adjustments
- To accommodate the latest low profile racing bodies, the rear shock tower features an additional wing mounting position to place the wing mount as low as possible
- Redesigned front upper carbon top deck reinforces the new aluminum bulkheads and chassis
- All-new high-acceleration clutch bell features an independent clutch housing with a separate one-piece machined 2-gear 14/18T pinion gear module
- New diff crown gears and pinion gears use specially designed profile of the 46T and 13T gears for a perfectly matched engagement that ensures smoother operation, less drag and significantly longer lifespan
- New lightweight foam bumper
- Graphite upper plate for the upper bumper assembly integrates with the alum bulkheads to reinforce the foam bumper and protect the front suspension and chassis components
- Ball bearing equipped front and rear anti-roll bar systems mounted via aluminum collars to provide easy and precise installation while eliminating excess play for consistent performance
- Graphite rear roll center upper plate on the uprights expand adjustment possibilities with the whole range of offset wheel axles
- Front suspension holder remains in place during bulkhead disassembly to keep suspension intact for easier drivetrain service
- Steering system features lower servo saver posts and aluminum steering plate to integrate with the new bulkhead geometry
- Graphite upper center mounting plate with more open design to improve central transmission cooling
- 2-speed gear box with new super-lightweight one-way bearing drive flange for a lighter drive train and updated 2-speed carrier and 47/50T spur gears for faster acceleration
- New central dogbone lengths to fit the updated chassis and bulkhead dimensions and updated outdrives with M5 setscrews for improved reliability and easier servicing
- New brake linkage assemblies with stiff springs and ball-shaped bushings result in a more reliable and consistent brake operation through even the longest runs
Made in Europe.
Designed, developed, and fully manufactured in-house at the XRAY factory in Slovakia, Europe, using the most high-tech German and Swiss machines and premium European materials, crafted with XRAY's trademark attention to detail by our production specialists. The X4 is truly a masterpiece.
Compatibility.
GTXE is designed and based on the GTX8 platform and as such majority of all parts are fully compatible.
Bulkheads.
The new aluminum bulkhead framework increases reliability and strength while also allowing more airflow to cool the drivetrain during long runs and easier, more convenient maintenance with super easy diff access.
New front & rear aluminum diff pinion adapters ensure significant improvement of the cooling of the ball-bearings for the pinion gears, increasing the lifespan of the driveline bearings.
Aluminum eccentric bushings offer a rear diff height adjustment, new to the GTX platform.
The split design of the bulkheads gives super easy access to the differentials.
CNC-machined from high-quality Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum and black coated.
The new aluminum bulkhead framework increases reliability and strength while also allowing more airflow to cool the drivetrain during long runs and easier, more convenient maintenance with super easy diff access.
New front & rear aluminum diff pinion adapters ensure significant improvement of the cooling of the ball-bearings for the pinion gears, increasing the lifespan of the driveline bearings.
Aluminum eccentric bushings offer a rear diff height adjustment, new to the GTX platform.
The split design of the bulkheads gives super easy access to the differentials.
CNC-machined from high-quality Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum and black coated.
Chassis.
The chassis plate is redesigned for the all-new aluminum bulkheads and feature extra openings in the rear to improve drive train cooling for increased lifespan.
The updated layout also includes new mounting holes for the front suspension holder so the suspension can remain unchanged on the chassis when the front end of the car is disassembled.
The chassis features a locking system for the servo saver posts to ensure the components will stay secure during chassis flex in extreme conditions.
The chassis is CNC-machined from 3mm high-quality Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum; strategically machined in low-stress areas and then anodized to make it as light as possible without affecting strength or rigidity.
The chassis plate is redesigned for the all-new aluminum bulkheads and feature extra openings in the rear to improve drive train cooling for increased lifespan.
The updated layout also includes new mounting holes for the front suspension holder so the suspension can remain unchanged on the chassis when the front end of the car is disassembled.
The chassis features a locking system for the servo saver posts to ensure the components will stay secure during chassis flex in extreme conditions.
The chassis is CNC-machined from 3mm high-quality Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum; strategically machined in low-stress areas and then anodized to make it as light as possible without affecting strength or rigidity.
Drivetrain Cooling.
The aluminum bulkheads and chassis were redesigned to significantly improve drivetrain cooling by increasing airflow around the components, resulting in better lifespan and reliability.
Diff Height Adjustment.
The rear aluminum bulkhead features adjustable aluminum eccentric bushings for easy diff height adjustment.
Matched Gears.
The new differential crown gear and pinion gear feature specially designed profiles of the 46T and 13T gears for a perfectly matched engagement that ensures smoother operation, less drag and significantly longer lifespan.
Gear Differential.
The high-volume differentials improve vehicle control and consistency over long runs and enhance reliability. The differentials feature larger capacity cases and larger internal gears with more teeth for improved differential moment. The larger oil volume and the shape of the gear teeth reduce overheating. The diff pins have stronger design to improve reliability.
Easy Diff Access.
The aluminum bulkhead design gives access to the differentials after removing only 6 screws while leaving the entire suspension assembly mounted on the car.
Shock Towers.
Redesigned front & rear shock towers are matched to the new bulkhead framework, with both featuring an additional row of shock absorber positions for super fine adjustments. The lower row allows less chassis roll for higher corner speed, while the upper row increases the roll to help increase traction. The rear shock tower features two locations for the rear wing mount position.
Braces.
To control the proper flex of the chassis, the GTX8 includes front and rear braces. The rear brace is now mount directly to the rear aluminum bulkhead through an aluminum mounting plate.
A longer front composite brace makes the car more precise and easier to drive. The brace is mounted with two screws to the chassis for additional strength.
The longer rear brace is moulded from a medium-stiff composite mixture for proper flex control with optional graphite inserts available to reinforce the brace and make it even stiffer for high-traction conditions.
To control the proper flex of the chassis, the GTX8 includes front and rear braces. The rear brace is now mount directly to the rear aluminum bulkhead through an aluminum mounting plate.
A longer front composite brace makes the car more precise and easier to drive. The brace is mounted with two screws to the chassis for additional strength.
The longer rear brace is moulded from a medium-stiff composite mixture for proper flex control with optional graphite inserts available to reinforce the brace and make it even stiffer for high-traction conditions.
Front Top Deck.
The graphite front top deck replaces the previous composite version. The new top deck was updated to fit the aluminum bulkheads.
Steering System.
To integrate with the new aluminum bulkheads and provide the proper geometry, the steering plate and servo saver posts were redesigned.
GTX Clutch.
To improve the efficiency, reliability and life time of the clutch majority of the clutch parts are updated.
Clutch Bell.
All-new high-acceleration clutch bell features an independent clutch housing with a separate one-piece machined 2-gear 14/18T pinion gear module. Both housing and pinion gear module are hard coated for extra long life time.
Central Dogbone Drive Shafts.
The redesigned central drive train features new length central dogbones to fit the new aluminum bulkhead positions and redesigned outdrives with stronger M5 set screws for increased reliability.
Redesigned central drive train features new lengths to work with the aluminum bulkheads positions and uses stronger M5 set screws for outdrive installation for increased reliability.
The central dogbones are lighter than CVD drive shafts for reduced rotating mass and improved acceleration. They also allow for easy maintenance of the dog bone pins and outdrives, reducing servicing requirements.
All the drive shaft parts are machined from Hudy Spring Steel and hardened for durability and wear.
Redesigned central drive train features new lengths to work with the aluminum bulkheads positions and uses stronger M5 set screws for outdrive installation for increased reliability.
The central dogbones are lighter than CVD drive shafts for reduced rotating mass and improved acceleration. They also allow for easy maintenance of the dog bone pins and outdrives, reducing servicing requirements.
All the drive shaft parts are machined from Hudy Spring Steel and hardened for durability and wear.
Bumper.
The new lightweight foam bumper is 40% lighter than the previous design. The foam bumper and bumper holder were redesigned to integrate with the aluminum bulkheads for proper support and protection.
Anti-Roll Bar.
Ball bearing equipped front and rear anti-roll bar systems mount via aluminum collars to provide easy and precise adjustment while eliminating excessive play for consistent handling and performance.
Manufactured from spring steel material, anti-roll bars of different thickness are available for fine-tuning.
Uprights.
The rear uprights feature new graphite roll center plates with multiple mounting positions to match the whole range of offset wheel axles and to increase clearance between wheel and roll center plate when using narrower offsets.
Suspension Holders.
The new aluminum suspension holders continue to feature the Integrated Suspension Settings™ (I.S.S.) that allows for quick & easy suspension geometry changes.
The front suspension holder features a new center mounting screw to keep the front suspension mounted on the car when other front end components are removed for easier maintenance.
Using the eccentric suspension bushings in the aluminum suspension holders and a few suspension shims, the GTX suspension geometry can be completely adjusted in seconds for quickly dialing in settings for any track condition.
2-Speed Carrier.
The 2-speed gear box features a new super-lightweight one-way drive flange for a lighter driveline and a redesigned 2-speed carrier with 47/50T spur gears for a lower gear ratio and better acceleration.
The 1st gear spur is mounted on the lighter adapter to reduce rotating mass and increase drivetrain performance. All these components are kept secure with a new graphite upper deck for improved cooling of the brakes and 2-speed housings.
Brake Linkage.
New brake linkage assemblies with stiff springs and ball-shaped bushings result in a more reliable and consistent brake operation through even the longest runs.
Some information shown below may include details from previous kits, and it may vary slightly from current kit specifications.
Front C-hub.
Front C-hubs were specially developed for the GT on-road platform. After extensive tests of various caster angles, the final 6° caster block was selected as the best choice to work in the wide range of racing conditions found at GT events.
The C-hub geometry significantly improves steering characteristics over the previous 16° hubs. The reduced caster angle also helps to reduce tire wear, creating more consistent handling during longer main events.
Ackermann Plates.
The steering blocks feature steering Ackermann plates that improve corner entry steering by increasing the outside wheel angle. Machined from graphite, the plates are easy to mount to the steering blocks for replacement or adjustment.
Upper Links.
The shorter front and rear upper camber links match the rear hub graphite camber extensions and front and rear inner camber link positions to make the car more reactive in front and provide more rotation from the rear suspension.
Servo Saver.
The servo saver features conical spring that is longer and stronger. The spring ensures more precise steering and improved reliability.
The servo saver posts feature locking system that keys into the chassis plate to ensure the servo saver setting will not change while running.
To improve servo saver reliability (especially in dusty conditions), it is moulded from a graphite material that is more resistant and efficient in dusty conditions. The dual-arm steering system is simple yet effective, featuring an integrated easily adjustable servo saver, and a Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum steering plate.
Ackermann is easily adjusted by changing steering link mounting positions on the steering plate. Bump steer is adjusted by inserting shims between the steering plate and steering linkage.
Suspension Arms.
Both front and rear suspension arms are now softer than the previous GTX kits. In comparison to the extra-hard suspension arms included in previous GTX kits, the latest GTX features Medium front and Hard rear suspension arms. This combination of arms helps to increase traction in every track conditions.
Brake System.
The braking cams have an updated profile to improve the braking efficiency. The cams apply pressure to the brake backing plates more evenly in the center, improving braking feel and extending the service life of the brake pads.
To further improve the braking efficiency and to ensure consistent braking characteristics, the ultra-efficient pre-glued brake pads are included in each GTX kit.
The laser-cut, precision flat-ground steel brake disk provide fade-free braking in conjunction with the include brake pads. The brake disk is small, slim, and very lightweight. The precision hand-grinding allows true, wobble-free rotation. Both brake disk and brake pads are specially heat-treated for maximum lifespan.
Diff Outdrives.
Super-lightweight diff outdrives are machined from HUDY Spring Steel™ with unnecessary material removed from the outer part of the outdrives to reduce rotating weight without affecting durability. The inner portions of the outdrives are additionally hand-ground for maximum precision and fitment into the diff case.
The outdrives are hardened using HUDY’s own special hardening process to provide extended lifespan and reliability.
Shock Extensions.
Aluminum suspension arm extensions create geometry specific for the needs of the GT category. The shock extensions increase stability and improve the corner speed.
Shocks Absorbers.
Longer front & rear shock shafts are designed specially for GT on-road platform. The shocks are longer for increased set-up possibilities and to allow more suspension travel.
The shock caps feature 4 bleed holes for easier building and more precise rebound control. Multiple shock membrane choices are available to tune the suspension to a wide variety of track conditions.
Oversized big-bore shocks featuring 16.2mm I.D. shock bodies are externally threaded with an adjustable collar for quick & easy spring preload adjustment. The shock bodies are hardcoated in a titanium color and feature a 1-piece alu shock cap.
Shock Pistons.
Ultra-precise shock pistons feature 6-, 8- and 10-hole options. The big-bore pistons are molded from tough, well-proven Delrin® material to provide smooth action and durability. The precision molding production process ensures perfect piston roundness after production, so that the pistons move super-smoothly inside the shock bodies for identical perfect action in all four shocks.
Shock Springs.
The shock springs were specially developed for GT on-road racing. XRAY shock springs are manually measured, selected, and matched into pairs to guarantee precisely equal length and damping characteristics.
Engine Mounts.
High-grade, CNC-machined aluminum engine mounts are made of lightweight alloy, and they help to dissipate engine heat. The engine mounts are easily adjustable from the bottom of the chassis to obtain proper gear mesh.
Radio Box.
The GTX8 includes the Hard composite radio box. The Hard material is more rigid at higher temperatures to improve the precision of servo movement and has more room for the receiver battery pack.
The 1-piece electronics assembly is very compact and can be quickly & easily removed for servicing and cleaning. It requires removing only a few screws from the bottom of the chassis to remove the entire electronics assembly from the car.
Fuel Tank.
The GTX 150cc extra-large fuel tank was redesigned to comply with the rules featuring the transient jet that ensures the internal volume of the fuel tank cannot be changed by adjusting the fuel line.
The extra-strong fuel tank features an integrated floating stone filter that ensures that the fuel pickup will always be in the correct orientation, even if your car isn’t.
Internal baffles inside the fuel tank ensure that the fuel will always be in the area around the fuel line intake so even during large jumps the fuel will be constantly supplied to the engine.
Hex Hubs.
Ultra-lightweight 17mm wheel hex drive hubs are CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 black-coated aluminum. GTX includes +2mm off-set both front and rear.
The alu hex hubs are specially machined to reduce rotating weight while guaranteeing wobble-free wheel mounting.
Ball-Bearings.
The drivetrain ball-bearings are greased instead of oiled to maximize the lifespan of the ball-bearings, especially in dusty conditions. For increased reliability, the front and rear transmission ball-bearings as well the 2-speed ball-bearings feature metal shields.
Turnbuckles.
To guarantee maximum reliability, all turnbuckles are manufactured from a special blend of HUDY Spring Steel™ which is specifically formulated for turnbuckles. The turnbuckles have a tougher core and are well suited for steering system and rear upright linkages.
Adjustment Possibilities
The GTXE features fully-adjustable front & rear suspension geometry. For quick & easy adjustment, we recommend using set-up tools and accessories from HUDY, the world leader of RC tools.
The extensive and impressive range of adjustment possibilities includes: Caster, Camber, Toe, Kick-up, Anti-dive, Anti-squat, Ride height, Downstops, Track-width, Lower roll center, Upper roll center, Bump steer, Wheelbase, Ackermann, Fully-adjustable shocks, Adjustable front and rear differentials, XRAY Multi-Flex™
Instruction Manual.
XRAY Instruction Manuals have become the industry standard; they are simply the best manuals you will ever get with an RC model car. Whether you are a first-time builder or an experienced racer, all instructions are straight-forward and easy to understand. The full-color Instruction Manual contains large 3D illustrations that show all assembly details in the easiest and most comprehensive manner.
Chassis Balance.
The chassis design focuses on balanced weight distribution and weight transfer. Centerline holes are pre-drilled in the chassis plate for easy balancing with the HUDY Chassis Balancing Tool #107880.
Silicone Oils.
HUDY Exclusive Silicone Oils are manufactured in Europe and each batch is laboratory tested and calibrated to ensure the highest possible consistency and quality from batch to batch. Based on the industry-standard cSt rating, the new line of oils will be easy to identify, adjust, and feel.
When following any set-up sheets by XRAY or XRAY team drivers, you can be sure that the oils you will get for your car are exactly same as those used by the factory racing team, thus ensuring very exacting set-ups and handling.
Graphite Grease.
The GTX8 includes premium HUDY Graphite Grease - a high-performance, advanced-technology semi-fluid lubricant which incorporates both extreme pressure additives and finely-dispersed graphite for superior load carrying.
HUDY Graphite Grease is intended primarily for the lubrication of rotating parts and loaded gears. In addition to providing outstanding load carrying, it is formulated to have excellent adhesion and resistance from "flinging off" under extreme conditions. HUDY Graphite Grease reduces wear and increases parts life.
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VIP Customer Treatment.
Owning an XRAY model racing car is an experience unto itself. Not only will you own the most premium luxury model racing car in the world, but you will also become a member of the prestigious family of XRAY owners with direct support and service from the XRAY factory. XRAY brings you the most up-to-date RC website on the Internet, with daily racing news, and the latest product developments. If you have any questions, problems or comments, you can ask the XRAY Support Team or any XRAY Factory Team Driver on the XRAY Support Forum. You can even upload your own set-up sheets or download from the thousands of different set-up sheets available from around the world at the exclusive XRAY Virtual Set-up Sheet Database. And that is only the start of the VIP treatment you get by joining Team XRAY.
