The Next Level Racing® ERS3 Elite Reclining Seat — PU Leather Edition combines a wide, open seating profile with cold-molded foam, a rigid internal steel structure, dual recliners, and included seat sliders. Developed as an FIA Official Licensed Product, it is designed for sim racers who want long-session comfort without giving up the support needed for load-cell pedals, direct-drive systems, and demanding cockpit use.
The ERS3 is one of the more accommodating seats in the Next Level Racing lineup. Its open-feel design supports users with waist sizes up to 44 inches while making entry and exit easier than a tightly bolstered fixed-back shell.
We recommend the PU Leather Edition for home simulators, commercial facilities, truck and farming simulation, and multi-user cockpits where durability, easy cleaning, and broad user fit are important. The reclining backrest also makes it easier to move between upright road-car, GT, truck, and casual driving positions.
The ERS3 was developed as an FIA Official Licensed Product with a focus on realistic motorsport styling, cockpit adjustability, and long-session comfort. It is intended for simulator use and is not an automotive safety seat.
Creates a professional racing environment without the narrow fit of a fixed competition shell.
Designed around cockpit mounting, reclining adjustment, and repeated simulator use.
The ERS3 is a simulation product and is not certified for use as an automotive restraint seat.
The PU Leather Edition uses an all-black synthetic-leather surface over cold-molded structural foam. This provides a clean, professional appearance with a surface that is easier to maintain than fabric or suede.
PU leather is practical for shared simulators, commercial environments, and frequent use.
Structural foam is designed to retain its shape and provide consistent support over time.
Blends easily with Elite Series cockpits, black profile rigs, and professional installations.
The ERS3 uses recliner mechanisms on both sides of the seat. This dual-recliner design improves support and stability while allowing the backrest angle to be adjusted for different driving positions and users.
Dual locking points provide stronger support than a typical single-sided recliner.
Adjust the backrest for GT racing, road-car driving, truck simulation, or relaxed use.
The ERS3 is the widest-fit reclining seat in the current Next Level Racing seat comparison range. It supports users with waist sizes up to 44 inches and a maximum user weight of 150 kg / 331 lb.
Provides more room than narrower sport and fixed-back racing seats.
Supports a broad range of home, commercial, and multi-user simulator applications.
Moderate bolstering makes the seat easier to access than a deeply contoured bucket seat.
Adjustable seat sliders are included with the ERS3. They allow the complete seat to move forward and backward so different users can adjust their distance from the steering wheel and pedals.
Quickly adapt the cockpit for different driver heights and leg lengths.
Uses the included bottom-mounted slider system rather than fixed-back side brackets.
The ERS3 is compatible with a broad range of current Next Level Racing cockpit platforms and can also be considered for custom profile rigs when the mounting dimensions are verified.
Compatible out of the box with supported GTElite, F-GT Elite, Elite Lite, and F-GT Elite 160 configurations.
Compatible out of the box with the Next Level Racing GTtrack cockpit.
Compatible out of the box with the current GTRacer 2.0 platform.
Compatible when the conflicting shifter assembly is removed or repositioned as required.
Next Level Racing lists the Go Kart Plus and Victory Cockpit as incompatible.
May fit custom aluminum-profile cockpits when slider spacing and frame dimensions are verified.
Reclining adjustment and moderate bolstering suit realistic production-car seating positions.
The open fit and adjustable backrest support more upright, long-duration sessions.
PU leather is easier to wipe clean and maintain between customers.
Included sliders and a broader fit help accommodate different users.
Cold-molded foam and adjustable recline support longer driving sessions.
The open-feel design provides more room than a narrow fixed-back shell.
Choose this NLR-E050 PU Leather Edition for a clean, durable, wipeable surface.
Compare the NLR-E051 PU Leather & Suede Edition.
Compare the NLR-E052 Fabric & SIMAERO Mesh Edition.
| Brand | Next Level Racing® |
|---|---|
| Official Product Name | ERS3 Elite Reclining Seat — PU Leather Edition |
| Manufacturer SKU / MPN | NLR-E050 |
| UPC / GTIN-12 | 850041503479 |
| Current MSRP | $249.99 |
| License | FIA Official Licensed Product |
| Upholstery | All-black PU leather |
| Internal Structure | Rigid steel frame with cold-molded foam |
| Recliner Mechanism | Dual recliner |
| Mounting System | Bottom mount with included adjustable seat sliders |
| Maximum Supported User Weight | 150 kg / 331 lb |
| Maximum Recommended Waist Size | Up to 44 in / approximately 106 cm |
| Product Dimensions | 63 × 58 × 98.6 cm / 24.8 × 22.8 × 38.8 in |
| Primary Application | Reclining simulator seating for racing, truck, farming, and multi-user cockpit applications |
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Yes. The ERS3 range is an FIA Official Licensed Product developed for simulator use.
No. It is designed for simulation cockpits and is not an automotive safety seat.
Yes. Adjustable bottom-mounted seat sliders are included.
Next Level Racing lists a maximum supported user weight of 150 kg, or 331 lb.
The manufacturer lists compatibility for users with waist sizes up to 44 inches.
They share the same core ERS3 structure. NLR-E050 uses PU leather, NLR-E051 combines PU leather and suede, and NLR-E052 uses fabric and SIMAERO mesh.
Yes. Its rigid steel structure and dual recliners are designed for serious simulator use, but overall stability also depends on the cockpit and installation.
Yes, with attention to the shifter assembly. Next Level Racing specifies that the conflicting shifter assembly must be removed or repositioned.
No. Next Level Racing currently lists the Victory Cockpit as incompatible.
Wipe it with a soft damp cloth. Avoid harsh solvents, abrasive cleaners, and excessive moisture around seams and internal mechanisms.
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