The Next Level Racing® ES3 Elite Sim Racing Seat — Full Carbon Fiber Edition is the flagship seat in the ES3 family. Its full carbon fiber shell, premium high-gloss finish, sculpted hypercar-inspired shape, and precision-molded removable cushions create a lightweight, rigid seating platform for serious direct-drive, load-cell, motion, and haptic simulator builds.
The carbon and fiberglass ES3 seats share the same basic seating concept, cushion system, fit range, and included side-mount brackets. The key upgrade is the shell itself: this model uses full carbon fiber for a lighter, more premium construction and a distinctive exposed-carbon appearance.
We recommend it for flagship home simulators, premium commercial installations, motion builds, and showcase cockpits where weight, material quality, and visual presentation matter as much as seat rigidity.
The ES3 Full Carbon Fiber Edition uses a complete carbon fiber shell with a premium high-gloss finish. The fixed-back design is engineered to provide strength, rigidity, and lightweight performance for demanding simulator use.
Uses carbon fiber throughout the shell rather than a fiberglass base with cosmetic trim.
Highlights the carbon weave and gives the seat a flagship visual presence.
Delivers a lower boxed weight than the fiberglass edition while maintaining a rigid shell.
The ES3 shape combines sculpted shoulder support, articulated side bolsters, and an angled lower cushion to create a secure GT-style driving position.
Helps stabilize the upper body during high-force steering and motion effects.
Support the torso while preserving a premium hypercar-inspired profile.
Helps reduce forward movement under heavy braking and load-cell pedal pressure.
The removable cushion system combines high-density foam, soft-touch synthetic suede, PU-leather side panels, and integrated air channels for support and heat management.
Provides shaped support designed to retain its form during extended use.
Creates a premium contact surface and helps reduce sliding.
Reinforce high-wear areas while maintaining a refined finish.
Help distribute body heat during longer racing sessions.
Custom side-mount brackets are included and provide multiple angle and height positions for refining the driving position.
Fine-tune seat elevation relative to the wheel, pedals, and display.
Adjust seat rake for GT, endurance, and performance-oriented driving positions.
The fixed carbon shell is designed to provide a stable seating foundation for high-force simulator equipment.
Maintains a stable driving position during strong steering inputs.
Resists seat-back movement under aggressive braking.
Suitable for advanced simulator configurations where rigid seating is important.
Provides a firm platform for haptic pads, transducers, and other tactile systems.
Next Level Racing states that the ES3 is designed to comfortably suit users up to a 36-inch waist. Because this is a fixed-back performance seat, fit should be confirmed more carefully than with a wider reclining seat.
Best suited to users who fit comfortably within a performance-oriented shell.
Designed for compatible Elite Series and side-mount cockpit platforms.
May fit compatible side-mount frames when bracket spacing and width are verified.
The shell does not recline and is less forgiving of incorrect sizing than an ERS3 seat.
Suits no-compromise builds where material quality and presentation matter.
Creates a distinctive customer-facing centerpiece for high-end simulator stations.
Lightweight, rigid construction is well suited to advanced motion configurations.
Fixed-back support complements high-force controls and rigid profile cockpits.
Built for buyers who specifically value genuine full carbon construction.
High-gloss exposed carbon makes the seat visually suited to display builds and executive environments.
Choose the NLR-E064 Fiberglass Edition. It shares the ES3 design language, cushions, fit, and included brackets at a substantially lower price.
Choose this NLR-E065 Full Carbon Fiber Edition.
45.20 lb using the same carton dimensions.
37.50 lb—7.70 lb lighter than the fiberglass edition.
| Brand | Next Level Racing® |
|---|---|
| Official Product Name | ES3 Elite Sim Racing Seat — Full Carbon Fiber Edition |
| Manufacturer SKU / MPN | NLR-E065 |
| UPC / GTIN-12 | 850041503905 |
| Current MSRP | $1,399.99 |
| Seat Type | Fixed-back side-mount sim racing seat |
| Shell Material | Full carbon fiber |
| Shell Finish | Premium high-gloss exposed carbon fiber |
| Recommended Maximum Waist Size | Up to 36 in |
| Cushion Materials | High-density foam, synthetic suede, PU-leather sides, and integrated air channels |
| Cushion Design | Precision-molded and removable |
| Mounting Hardware | Bespoke side-mount brackets included |
| Package Dimensions | 43.70 × 19.30 × 21.90 in |
| Boxed Weight | 37.50 lb |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer limited warranty; terms apply |
| Intended Use | Simulation and esports only; not for road or in-vehicle use |
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No. It is a fixed-back performance seat with side-mount brackets.
Yes. Next Level Racing identifies this model as the Full Carbon Fiber Edition.
It is designed to comfortably suit users up to a 36-inch waist.
Yes. Bespoke brackets with multiple angle and height positions are included.
Seat sliders are not listed as included. Add compatible sliders separately if fore-and-aft adjustment is required.
The primary difference is shell construction. This model uses full carbon fiber, while NLR-E064 uses high-strength fiberglass.
The dealer cartons use the same dimensions, but the carbon edition is listed at 37.50 lb boxed versus 45.20 lb for fiberglass—a 7.70 lb difference.
Yes. Next Level Racing describes the ES3 range as suitable for advanced motion and haptic simulator configurations.
No. It is intended for simulator and esports use only.
Choose it when genuine carbon construction, lower weight, premium presentation, and flagship material quality justify the additional cost.
Contact ProSimHQ for help reviewing body fit, side-mount compatibility, slider requirements, motion plans, haptic systems, and complete simulator configuration.
| Specification name | Specification Value |
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| Color pattern | Black |
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