Introducing our new lightweight carbon composite driveshaft with a weight reduction of approximately 7kg and featuring dual CV (constant velocity) joints for smooth operation and minimising vibrations over a conventional universal joint/constant velocity hybrid steel or carbon shafts.
Currently Available Variants:
- R32 GTR Factory 5sp Gearbox
- R32 GTR Getrag 6sp Gearbox
- R32 GTR DCT 7sp Gearbox*
- R33 GTR Factory 5sp Gearbox
- R33 GTR Getrag 6sp Gearbo
- R33 GTR DCT 7sp Gearbox*
- R34 GTR Factory 6sp Gearbox
R34 GTR - DCT Model in development.
* Suitable for latest DCT kit
| Test sample: | BNR34 OEM factory shaft |
| Sample weight: | 14.7KG |
| Test conditions: | 8000 RPM |
| Test max vibration value: | 5.945 mm/s |
| Torque load test: | 3700N/M |
| Test sample: | BNR34 Carbon fibre driveshaft |
| Sample weight: | 7.7KG |
| Test conditions: | 8000 RPM |
| Test max vibration value: | 1.533mm/s |
| Torque load test: | 5000N/M |
More details and pictures to follow soon.
Key advantages of a carbon driveshaft over a 2 piece steel OEM driveshaft:
- Lightweight: Carbon driveshafts are significantly lighter than traditional metal driveshafts, reducing rotational mass and improving overall vehicle performance.
- Increased Strength: Carbon fibre is known for its high strength to weight ratio, providing improved durability and resistance to bending and torsional forces. (up to 4000nm constant torque)
- Reduced Vibrations: Carbon fibre dampens vibrations better than metal, resulting in smoother operation and less stress on other drivetrain components.
- Corrosion Resistance: Unlike metal, carbon fibre is not susceptible to rust or corrosion, making it ideal for use in harsh winter environments.
- Enhanced Performance: Carbon driveshafts can improve acceleration, throttle response, and fuel efficiency due to their reduced weight and rotational inertia.
- Longer Lifespan: With proper maintenance, carbon driveshafts can have a longer service life compared to metal counterparts, reducing the need for bearing or universal or CV joint servicing or replacement.
Installation Note:
Once installed the Supertec Racing Carbon Driveshaft has a 10mm telescopic travel between the gearbox and differential. It is crucial to ensure that there are no other objects within 20mm of the driveshaft.
*Weight will vary depending on model between 7.48-7.8kg. R32 GTR driveshaft for Getrag being the shortest and weighing in at 7.48kg/16.50lbs (See pictures) and the R33 GTR 5sp driveshaft being the longest weighing at around 7.9kg.
Comes with 12 months warranty - subject terms*
Taking orders for new batch due mid May 2024. Cut off to finalise is 15 April.