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 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
- 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 geometr
- New central dogbone lengths to fit the updated chassis and bulkhead dimensions and updated outdrives with M5 setscrews for improved reliability and easier servicing
- 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 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
- 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 geometr
- New central dogbone lengths to fit the updated chassis and bulkhead dimensions and updated outdrives with M5 setscrews for improved reliability and easier servicing
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 GTXE 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 GTX 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 GTX 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.
Servo Holder.
To improve the reliability the servo holder has new reinforced design. The servo holder is designed to fit the saddle pack layout.
Central Dogbone Drive Shafts.
Central dogbone driveshafts are lighter than CVD drive shafts for improved acceleration. They can also have a longer lifespan thanks to the easier maintenance of the dog bone and outdrives, reducing servicing requirements.
All the drive shaft parts are machined from Hudy Spring Steel and are specially hardened.
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.
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.
Spur Gear Adapter.
A smaller gear adapter works with 45T, 46T, and 47T spur gears, offering an expanded range of ratios to match the gearing requirements for maximum motor performance.
Diff Gears.
Differential main gears are manufactured from HUDY Gear Steel on a precision manual gear machine. The material was specially formulated and developed for use in gears. All gears are hardened to provide the longest possible lifespan.
Electronics Plate.
GTXE includes a molded electronics plate that is positioned next to the steering servo. The ESC, receiver and transponder are all installed on this plate for easy removal and maintenance.
Battery Holder.
The new saddle pack layout features tweak-free split battery holders to secure the packs. These battery holders will fit both standard and ‘shorty’ packs, with the shorty packs allowing additional weight balance control by shifting them front/back in the holders.
Low CG Layout.
The E-concept layout uses a forward motor position and saddle pack batteries. The motor is placed in front of the center differential, opposite the steering servo, with split, saddle pack batteries in the rear. The split packs lay flat in the holders, reducing the CG compared to taller brick pack layouts. The motor has better cooling in the front location, and the split batteries also maintain lower temperatures during each run.
Motor Mount.
The motor is connected to a mounting plate, with the assembly then inserted into an integrated motor holder/drivetrain support. The design of this system allows quick & easy motor rotation to adjust gear mesh, and then clamping into position to prevent further movement.
The motor mount is machined from Swiss 7075 T6 and is 2mm wider for improved durability.
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.
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 now +3mm 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 for 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 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.
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.
Rear Diffusor.
Optional diffusor #301233 with #351235 graphite adapter used at the rear of the car helps to increase downforce that improves stability and makes the car easier to control at high speeds.
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 GTXE 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.
