The KTM X-Bow GT2 is now the fifth car confirmed for Assetto Corsa Competizione’s GT2 DLC, due for release later this month.
Images: 505 Games
Announced as far back as the 24 Hours of Spa event in 2022, Assetto Corsa Competizione’s latest premium downloadable content pack, GT2, is starting to shape up – with the KTM X-Bow GT2 confirmed for inclusion today, 3rd January 2024.
The Austrian supercar places a five-cylinder Audi engine in the middle, outputting 600bhp which is sent to the rear rears via a Holinger six-speed sequential gearbox.
KTM X-Bow GT2 in Assetto Corsa Competizione – Endurance lights. Image: 505 games
Apt, as the Nürburgring Nordschleife also makes its way to the platform later in 2024.
The initials ‘KOF’ also appear on the digital driver-name windscreen readout, potentially indicating KTM driver Reinhard Kofler.
It marks the second vehicle by KTM available for the ACC platform, following the X-Bow GT4 which was part of an 11-car pack released in 2020.
One of its most unique features is its carbon fibre monocoque construction which features a jetfighter-inspired opening canopy, in lieu of traditional doors.
KTM X-Bow GT2 Assetto Corsa Competizione GT2 Pack
It has followed the likes of the Porsche 935 (2019), Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport Evo, Audi R8 LMS GT2 and Maserati MC20 GT2 as being part of the line-up.
Based on what Kunos Simulazioni co-founder Marco Massarutto highlighted 18 months ago about what he’d like to see included, here’s how the line-up is shaping up so far:
The final release date, price and console conversion status are still to be confirmed, alongside if any track will be part of the set.
Are you looking forward to testing the GT2-spec KTM within Assetto Corsa Competizione? Let us know in the comments below.
Images: 505 Games
Announced as far back as the 24 Hours of Spa event in 2022, Assetto Corsa Competizione’s latest premium downloadable content pack, GT2, is starting to shape up – with the KTM X-Bow GT2 confirmed for inclusion today, 3rd January 2024.
The Austrian supercar places a five-cylinder Audi engine in the middle, outputting 600bhp which is sent to the rear rears via a Holinger six-speed sequential gearbox.
Endurance-spec KTM
Of note, the version on display in-sim appears to feature additional lights at the front (central, above the splitter and below the KTM badge) used for longer endurance races, at venues (amongst others) such as the Nürburgring.
Apt, as the Nürburgring Nordschleife also makes its way to the platform later in 2024.
The initials ‘KOF’ also appear on the digital driver-name windscreen readout, potentially indicating KTM driver Reinhard Kofler.
It marks the second vehicle by KTM available for the ACC platform, following the X-Bow GT4 which was part of an 11-car pack released in 2020.
One of its most unique features is its carbon fibre monocoque construction which features a jetfighter-inspired opening canopy, in lieu of traditional doors.
It has followed the likes of the Porsche 935 (2019), Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport Evo, Audi R8 LMS GT2 and Maserati MC20 GT2 as being part of the line-up.
Based on what Kunos Simulazioni co-founder Marco Massarutto highlighted 18 months ago about what he’d like to see included, here’s how the line-up is shaping up so far:
Audi R8 LMS GT2- Brabham BT63 GT2
KTM X-Bow GT2- Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo GT2
Maserati MC20 GT2- Mercedes-AMG GT2
Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport EvoPorsche 935 (2019)
The final release date, price and console conversion status are still to be confirmed, alongside if any track will be part of the set.
Are you looking forward to testing the GT2-spec KTM within Assetto Corsa Competizione? Let us know in the comments below.
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