Description
The Verus Engineering V1X Rear Wing Kit for the Porsche 981 GT4 and 718 GT4 is a high-performance swan neck rear wing designed to dramatically increase rear-end grip and aerodynamic downforce at speed. Featuring a 300mm chord airfoil, the V1X was developed through extensive computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis and real-world testing to improve track performance and aerodynamic efficiency.
The rear wing was designed as part of the complete Verus Engineering aerodynamic package for the GT4 platform, with particular attention given to maintaining a balanced relationship with the rest of the Ventus 2 aerodynamic package.
In back-to-back testing on a relatively stock GT4, Verus Engineering recorded lap-time improvements of 2.5 seconds at Thunderhill and 3.3 seconds at Laguna Seca with the wing set to only 4 degrees of angle of attack. These results demonstrate the potential performance impact of adding a properly designed rear wing to the GT4 platform.
The V1X uses a swan neck mounting design and installs using the vehicle's OEM wing mounting locations, allowing the wing to be installed without permanent vehicle modifications.
High-end motorsport construction techniques allow the wing itself to weigh under 9 lbs, while maintaining the structural strength necessary for high-downforce applications. The CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum uprights and mounts were FEA analyzed to optimize strength while minimizing weight.
Assembly Note: V1X wings are assembled per order and typically ship within 5 business days of receiving the order unless otherwise specified.
Fitment
Porsche 981 GT4
Porsche 718 GT4
Application: Rear aerodynamic wing
Vehicle Area: Rear trunk / OEM rear wing mounting locations
Mounting: OEM bolt-on installation
Vehicle Modification: No permanent vehicle modifications required
Aerodynamic Package: Designed to complement the Verus Engineering Ventus 2 package
What's Included
- 1 × Carbon Rear Wing, 300mm Swan Neck
- 2 × Carbon Vented Endplates
- 2 × Billet Swan Neck Mounts
- 2 × Billet Swan Neck Uprights
- 2 × Billet Trunk Beauty Plates
- 1 × Gurney Flap
- 1 × 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape for Gurney Flap
- 1 × Trunk Strut
- 2 × Double-Sided Tape Pieces for Beauty Plates
- 2 × Double-Sided Tape Pieces for Upright Bolt Covers
- 1 × Hardware Kit with all necessary installation hardware
Key Features
- 300mm Chord Airfoil: Large, efficient wing element designed for significant rear downforce.
- Swan Neck Design: Positions the wing support structure beneath the airfoil to improve airflow efficiency around the wing element.
- High Rear Downforce: Capable of generating and handling more than 700 lbs of downforce at 120 MPH.
- CFD Optimized: Airfoil was developed and refined using advanced computational fluid dynamics analysis.
- High Aerodynamic Efficiency: Designed to provide excellent lift-to-drag performance.
- 15 Adjustment Positions: Offers 15 total angle-of-attack settings from -1 to 14 degrees for aerodynamic tuning.
- Lightweight Construction: The wing itself weighs under 9 lbs.
- Motorsport-Inspired Construction: Uses high-end motorsport-style carbon fiber construction techniques.
- Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber: Constructed from 2x2 twill, 3K pre-preg carbon fiber.
- Carbon Inner Rib: Internal carbon reinforcement provides additional structural strength.
- Carbon Endplates: Vented carbon endplates improve aerodynamic performance and complete the wing assembly.
- 6061-T6 Aluminum Uprights: CNC-machined aluminum uprights provide high strength with minimized weight.
- FEA Analyzed Mounting System: Uprights were analyzed using finite element analysis to verify structural performance.
- OEM-Style Installation: Installs through the OEM wing mounting locations.
- No Permanent Modifications: Designed to install without permanently modifying the vehicle.
- Track-Focused Design: Developed specifically for Porsche GT4 owners seeking additional rear-end grip and aerodynamic performance.
Specifications
- Brand: Verus Engineering
- Product: V1X Rear Wing Kit
- Vehicle Platforms: Porsche 981 GT4 / 718 GT4
- Wing Type: Swan Neck
- Chord: 300mm
- Construction: 2x2 Twill, 3K Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber
- Internal Reinforcement: Carbon Inner Rib
- Endplates: Carbon Fiber
- Wing Weight: Under 9 lbs
- Upright Material: CNC-Machined 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Mount Material: Billet 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Adjustment Range: -1 to 14 Degrees
- Adjustment Positions: 15
- Downforce Capacity: Over 700 lbs at 120 MPH
- Airfoil: CFD Optimized
- Efficiency: High Lift-to-Drag Ratio
- Installation: OEM Bolt-On
- Vehicle Modification: No Permanent Modifications Required
- Aerodynamic Package: Ventus 2
Aerodynamic Science
The Verus Engineering V1X Rear Wing was developed specifically for Porsche GT4 owners looking for a substantial increase in rear-end downforce for track driving.
The 300mm airfoil was analyzed using the ANSYS Adjoint Solver, allowing Verus Engineering to iteratively refine the airfoil profile and improve its aerodynamic efficiency. The development process focused on achieving a high level of downforce while maintaining strong lift-to-drag performance.
The wing was also positioned to work effectively with the rest of the Verus Engineering Ventus 2 aerodynamic package, helping establish an effective overall aerodynamic balance rather than treating the rear wing as an isolated component.
Verus Engineering's CFD predictions were compared against real-world experimental testing, with strong correlation between the simulated and measured results. This agreement helped validate the CFD development process and the aerodynamic performance of the final wing design.
Real-World Performance Testing
The V1X demonstrated significant lap-time improvements during back-to-back testing on a relatively stock Porsche GT4.
At only 4 degrees of angle of attack, testing produced:
- 2.5-second improvement at Thunderhill
- 3.3-second improvement at Laguna Seca
These results represent manufacturer testing performed under specific vehicle and track conditions and are not guaranteed lap-time gains for every vehicle or driver.
Ventus 2 Aerodynamic Package
The V1X Rear Wing is designed as part of the Verus Engineering Ventus 2 aerodynamic package for the Porsche GT4 platform.
Ventus 2 is designed to produce a significant increase in aerodynamic downforce compared with the factory vehicle while maintaining a balanced aerodynamic setup suitable for track-focused driving.
The rear wing works together with the other aerodynamic components to increase rear-end grip and improve overall aerodynamic performance. Its wide adjustment range allows the wing's angle of attack to be tuned according to the vehicle's setup, track conditions, and desired aerodynamic balance.
Installation
The V1X Rear Wing uses an OEM-style bolt-on installation and is designed to mount through the factory rear wing mounting locations.
No permanent modifications to the vehicle are required for installation. The kit includes the necessary mounting hardware, trunk beauty plates, upright bolt covers, trunk strut, and installation components.
V1X wings are assembled per order and typically ship within 5 business days from receipt of order, unless otherwise specified.
