The Trak Racer TRX is often searched by sim racers who want one cockpit for multiple driving styles: GT, formula, and even a more upright “road car” posture. The appeal is obvious: instead of owning multiple rigs, you want a chassis that adapts.
This guide explains what to look for in a “multi-position” cockpit and how that compares to a modular aluminium profile approach using SIMGASM rigs and seats.
Multi-position cockpits: what really changes
Switching from GT to formula isn’t just moving the seat back. The whole geometry shifts:
- Hip angle: formula is more reclined
- Pedal height: formula pedals are higher and closer to the seat
- Wheel height and distance: formula wheels are closer and higher relative to the hips
- Monitor position: the eye point changes, so monitor height and tilt matter
TRX vs a profile rig plus the right seat
| Decision | Trak Racer TRX style approach | SIMGASM modular approach |
|---|---|---|
| Switching positions | Designed to change posture within one chassis | Choose a rig tier + seat that matches your main discipline; adjust precisely with profile flexibility |
| Seat strategy | Depends on seat choice and brackets | Pick the seat that matches your style: Atlas GT seat for GT, or Atlas Formula seat for a more reclined hypercar/open-cockpit posture |
| Clean cable routing | Depends on layout | SIMGASM Sport and Pro are designed around internal cable routing to keep builds clean |
A practical way to choose: pick your “primary” discipline
If 80% of your driving is GT3/GT4, build for GT and allow small adjustments toward formula. If your main focus is open-wheel, build for formula and accept that GT will feel slightly different.
SIMGASM’s four rig tiers make that approach easy:
- Hobby racing simulator as an affordable entry platform
- Club racing simulator as a strong all-round profile rig
- Sport racing simulator when you want extra space, adjustment, and clean internal routing
- Pro racing simulator as the flagship with maximum adjustability and stiffness
How to make one rig feel good in both GT and formula
Use seat choice as your “geometry tool”
A dedicated seat can do more for realism than many people expect. A GT-style bucket like the Atlas GT supports a neutral, upright racing posture. The Atlas Formula shifts you into a more reclined position, closer to hypercar and open-cockpit ergonomics.
Use a stable monitor solution
As soon as your eye point changes, FOV and monitor height matter. If you want an integrated solution, use the Core integrated triple monitor stand. If you want maximum flexibility (and future motion options), use the Apex freestanding triple monitor stand.
Whichever path you choose, focus on consistency. A cockpit that’s easy to adjust (and easy to keep tidy) is a cockpit you’ll actually use. And if you need help selecting the best SIMGASM configuration, our team is fast to respond and happy to guide you.
Recommended SIMGASM gear: Sport racing simulator, Pro racing simulator, Atlas GT seat, Atlas Formula seat, and Apex freestanding triple monitor stand.
Continue reading: Steering angle guide: wheel rotation, soft lock and car types, Triple monitor alignment problems solved: angles, bezel and eye point, and What do you need for a complete racing simulator setup?.
More Trak Racer guides: Trak Racer seats vs SIMGASM Core Recline and Atlas: comfort, posture and fit, Trak Racer monitor stands vs SIMGASM Core and Apex: integrated and freestanding triples, and Trak Racer wheel mount options explained: front mount vs bottom mount vs side mount.
