Team Xray X1 ’27 F1 kit — full presentation summary

# What was released Team Xray published a full presentation for the 2027 X1 Formula 1 kit. The model comes in two factory configurations targeted at different track surfaces: a carpet-specific aluminum version and an asphalt-specific carbon version. The presentation lists a sequence of mechanical and layout changes aimed at improving steering response, damping control, traction and packaging.

# Platform choices and why they matter The X1 '27 is offered in two versions out of the box. The aluminum version uses a 2.0mm aluminum chassis with a solid axle, positioned for carpet tracks where that rigidity and axle behavior is preferred. The carbon version uses a 2.2mm carbon chassis and a gear differential, intended for asphalt where the carbon stiffness and diff characteristics better suit higher-traction surfaces. Both versions ship with features designed to avoid reliance on optional parts to target different track conditions.

# Front-end redesign highlights Xray reengineered the front suspension and related parts: new one-piece front lower arm (shorter) and a narrower carbon arm mount plate, a redesigned one-piece chassis that increases rear stiffness, and a revised aluminum top-deck mount that matches the new suspension layout. Key functional changes include:

• New HUDY composite front wing developed with Ehrbar Engineering to improve steering response and stability.
• Larger-diameter kingpin with integrated oil refill holes to simplify damping maintenance and improve smoothness.
• Larger and longer front spring for finer damping control.
• New camber-gain adjustment by adding/removing shims above the kingpin.
• Updated downstop screw system replacing clips for more precise droop control.
• Redesigned lower pivot ball intended to retain oil on the kingpin longer for improved damping.

Those changes aim to make ride-height, droop, and camber tuning faster and more repeatable while reducing messy oil refilling procedures.

# Rear layout and POD changes The rear drivetrain and battery arrangement were reworked with small but targeted shifts:

• Carbon POD lower plates move the motor 1.5mm to the right to adjust weight balance.
• Redesigned bulkheads and a redesigned rear aluminum holder match the shifted POD position.

• The rear aluminum holder also includes battery stopper mounting holes for more flexible battery positioning.
• A raised carbon rear brace (1mm higher) widens the side spring preload adjustment range.
• An integrated upstop set screw system in the carbon rear brace allows adjustable POD upstop, giving tuners a direct way to control rear POD travel limit for stability in high-traction conditions.

# Chassis, battery and mounting refinements Additional changes focus on lowering the center of gravity and simplifying setup: lower-mounted carbon battery holders, lowered side link holders by 2mm to permit lower side brace mounting, new servo posts for top-deck mounting options, and a fixed-mount rear aluminum wing holder that improves durability while lowering mass and height.

# On-the-box improvements Xray lists upgraded C1.2 side springs as standard to improve out-of-the-box performance without needing optional parts. Many of the tuning options (shim-based camber gain, ride-height shims, integrated upstop adjustment, redesigned downstop screws) are practical, track-focused tools that reduce the need for aftermarket modifications to reach competitive setups.

# What to look for next The presentation provides specification detail and setup intent, but buyers and tuners will want to see real-world comparisons between the aluminum and carbon versions across representative carpet and asphalt tracks. Confirming how the new damping and POD adjustments translate to lap-time and handling consistency will be the next step for teams and hobbyists evaluating the X1 '27.