Extreme, extreme, extreme: 2023 KTM X-BOW GT-XR!

Thomas Wachsmuth September 8, 2022 -> Cars from AZ, KTM, News vehicles, Videos

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KTM ignites with the all-new X-BOW GT-XR along with a crazy design from KISKA, the power amp on the road. If you are looking for even more racing in a vehicle, you have to look for a thoroughbred one Rennwagen to buy. Incidentally, the basis for the X-BOW GT-XR is the X-BOW GT2. The X-BOW GT-XR only weighs 1.130 kg and leaves with the electrically opening Jetfighter canopy guaranteed to drop all jaws. There was also an ultra-light, torsion-resistant one Carbon monocoque and the highlight is the legendary, turbocharged 2,5 liter five cylinder of Audi AG under the sheet metal. Next there is a removable steering wheel with an integrated LED display that we have never seen in a street-legal supercar.

KTM X-BOW GT-XR

The engine from the Audi RS3 and the TT RS delivers plenty in the KTM X-BOW GT-XR 500 PS and thus fits perfectly with the radical philosophy of the athlete. With an uninterrupted power transmission through the electronically controlled 7-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG) as well as a mechanical one Motorsport differential ultimate acceleration is guaranteed.

By the way, under the cover of the X-BOW GT-XR there is a Carbon monocoque, which guarantees an exceptional safety standard in combination with the mentioned roof construction Jetfighter canopy. The latter is a carbon frame with inserted windscreen and separate glass doors that can be opened on the left and right. For the absolute show effect you can even do it by Remote Control open and close with the vehicle key.

Extreme, extreme, extreme: 2023 KTM X-BOW GT-XR!

If you open the roof, you will see two ultra-light ones underneath Carbon bucket seats, which are made entirely of carbon fiber composite in combination with a heavy-duty Four-point seat belt. Nevertheless, there is a certain suitability for everyday use due to the large tank, a 160 liter trunk (there is also Meindl luggage) or the electrically assisted, progressive ones Power Steering.

Air conditioning, camera & Co.

Of course there are also one Air conditioning, Camera rearview mirror system (digital rearview mirror, parking camera) until LED interior light present. Next can a Smartphone can be used as a control center, which is firmly anchored in the Quadlock® mount in the center console. The battery is charged inductively and even two more USB-C ports are there.

The Bluetooth pairing enables the smartphone to work together with the vehicle and the sound system. In terms of Bremsanlage Incidentally, KTM relies on a light one Monobloc fixed caliper piston brake made of aluminium. And the body? The was manufactured according to the motto "less is more" and dispenses with every superfluous element. It is dominated by an unmistakable design language with clear lines, sharp edges and smooth surfaces in connection with a noble Carbon outer skin.

maximum aerodynamic efficiency

The highlights of state coach are maximum aerodynamic efficiency due to the wedge-shaped vehicle shape, a streamlined vehicle front surface, aerodynamically optimized wheel suspension, a special underbody with rear diffuser and a flow-optimized rear wing. And like the detachable steering wheel, the one is also unique "air curtain" a world premiere in a road vehicle. It makes a strong negative air pressure possible and thus a suction effect (ground effect) from the underbody. Due to the limited quantities By the way, there are only a few of the KTM X-BOW GT-XR model year 2023 left, which of course are all handmade. The X-BOW GT-XR should cost a lot 284.900 Euros (plus country-specific taxes & import duties). But then the European one is included small series approval for all of Europe, which allows use on public roads.

Top speed: 280 km/h (GPS)
Ground clearance: 90 mm (splitter VA lower edge)
Empty weight: 1130 kg
Weight ready to drive: 1.250 kg
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 3,4 seconds
Acceleration from 100 to 200 km / h in 6,9 seconds
Static weight distribution (front/rear): 44 / 56
Displacement: 2.480 cm³
Zündfolge: 1-2-4-5-3
Output: 368 kW (500 hp) at 6.350 rpm
Maximum torque: 581 NM at 5.550 rpm
Maximum speed: 7.000 rpm
Front wheels: 5-hole 9×19 inch ET35 with 235/35/R19 (PowerPart: central lock 9×20, ET35 with 235/30/R20)
Rear wheels standard: 5-hole 11×20 ET30 with 295/35/R20 (PowerPart: central lock 11×21 inch ET30 with 295/30/R21)

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