KTM X-BOW GT4 (GT4)
The KTM X-BOW GT4 is a lightweight Austrian GT4 racer built around the same extreme philosophy that made the X-BOW famous: minimal weight, sharp responses, and a no-nonsense focus on driver engagement. Developed for customer racing, it pairs a turbocharged Audi-sourced powerplant with a stripped-back chassis and proper GT endurance hardware.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 2.0L turbocharged inline-4, mid-mounted (Audi-derived TFSI)
Total Output: ~360 hp (268 kW)
Redline: ~7,000 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed sequential
Weight: ~999 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~4,460 mm long × 2,045 mm wide × 1,210 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,430 mm
Tires: Slick GT4 racing tires on lightweight motorsport wheels
Brakes: Ventilated steel racing discs with ABS
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The X-BOW GT4 is a nimble, mechanical, and highly communicative GT racer that feels more like a giant kart than a traditional closed-cockpit coupe. Its low mass and compact footprint make it incredibly eager to change direction, while the mid-engine layout gives it strong rotation on entry and excellent balance through medium-speed corners. It can be quick in the right hands, but it rewards clean inputs and discipline more than aggressive yanking at the wheel.
Engine & Sound: The turbo four has a punchy, whistle-happy character with a hard-edged mechanical note underneath. It doesn’t deliver the massive drama of a V8 or V10 GT car, but it builds speed efficiently and produces a satisfying surge of torque from the mid-range. Turbo lag is present enough to matter, so smooth throttle application helps keep the car settled on corner exit.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Extremely responsive turn-in with a playful rear end if you overdrive entry speed.
Traction: Strong for such a light car, but wheelspin can appear quickly if you get greedy with throttle.
Braking: Very good braking stability and confidence, especially for a car this light.
Top Speed: Respectable, but not class-leading; it makes up time in the corners more than on the straights.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it with momentum. The X-BOW GT4 shines on technical circuits where precision, rotation, and corner exit discipline matter more than raw horsepower. If you keep it tidy and avoid unnecessary steering corrections, it can be a genuine lap-time weapon.
Livery & Aesthetics: The X-BOW GT4 has one of the most recognizable shapes in GT racing — open-looking, angular, and aggressively minimalist. In sim form it looks especially exotic, with exposed aero surfaces, a low-slung cockpit, and KTM’s sharp orange-and-black identity giving it a futuristic race-buggy presence.
Whether you're chasing hot laps, running endurance stints, or just enjoying a lightweight GT car that feels alive in your hands, the KTM X-BOW GT4 is a unique and rewarding machine that stands apart from the rest of the field.