X1 Velocity Guide, Specs & Features

X1 Velocity - rear against sky blue BG in Star Citizen
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What to know

The Origin Jumpworks X1 Velocity, with its lightweight framework, boosts speed and performance. The X1 Velocity's light gravlev chassis follows broken terrain while giving the pilot precise control over height, lean, and direction.

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X1 Velocity specifications

RoleCompetition
CareerCompetition
Crew1
CargoNo cargo grid
Length5.19 m
Beam1.87 m
Height1.55 m
Mass4,730 kg
StatusFlight ready

Finding lap time in the X1 Velocity

The X1 Velocity is built around a complete course, turning the reduced-mass race tuning into repeatable speed through control response, braking, and predictable handling. Light weight, responsive controls, and performance-focused propulsion give the X1 Velocity the precision needed across a complete course. The X1 Velocity integrates this equipment into the bodywork so it remains part of the vehicle's working profile rather than an exposed add-on.

X1 Velocity - X1 series in Star Citizen

Control and feedback aboard the X1 Velocity

The X1 Velocity's light gravlev chassis skims over broken ground and rewards smooth height, lean, and direction changes across a surface course.

X1 Velocity - moving fast against blurred BG in Star Citizen

Development note: The X1 Velocity is flight ready and entered the live game in Alpha 3.22.0. Because Star Citizen remains in active development, specifications, features, and imagery may change over time.

X1 Velocity's performance systems

The X1 Velocity turns the reduced-mass race tuning into repeatable lap time through precise control and stable response across the course.

Race tuning on the X1 Velocity

Light weight, responsive controls, and performance-focused propulsion give the X1 Velocity the precision needed across a complete course.

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The X1 Velocity integrates this equipment into the bodywork so it remains part of the vehicle's working profile rather than an exposed add-on.

Inside the X1 Velocity's cockpit

The X1 Velocity wraps its racing tune in Origin's sculpted bodywork, keeping the rider close to the surface and the controls.

Launch response on the X1 Velocity

A clean launch lets the pilot approach the first corner under control.

X1 Velocity's mid-corner control

Smooth corrections help the pilot hold the chosen line without losing speed.

The lightest, fastest expression of the X1

The X1 Velocity trims equipment and weight around a clear competition purpose. It keeps the X1's sculpted controls and Origin finish, but asks the rider to value acceleration and course response above the protection or utility of the other variants.

X1 Velocity - Dark in Star Citizen

Reduced mass and race tuning in Origin's gravlev bike

Launch Launching the X1 Velocity

Use the reduced-mass race tuning to build speed without compromising the X1 Velocity's position for the first turn.

Carry pace Connect one clean corner to the next

Use smooth control inputs to carry the speed from the reduced-mass race tuning through linked corners and gates.

Review Review the reduced-mass race tuning after each run

Check heat, damage, and control response after the run before asking more from the reduced-mass race tuning.

Carry speed through the hardest part of the course

The X1 Velocity turns the reduced-mass race tuning into a complete lap through careful setup, clean control inputs, and the discipline to preserve speed through the final sector.

  1. Prepare the X1 Velocity for a full lap

    The pilot tunes the X1 Velocity for repeated acceleration and control across the full lap.

  2. Build speed cleanly from the start

    Early speed helps only when the X1 Velocity reaches the first braking point settled and on line.

  3. Turn the X1 Velocity's handling into consistent lap speed

    The X1 Velocity's pilot keeps the reduced-mass race tuning usable by linking each braking point to the next acceleration zone.

  4. Review the X1 Velocity's racing line and control inputs

    Each run gives the X1 Velocity a clear braking point, line, or control setting to adjust.

X1 Velocity's performance hardware in detail

The X1 Velocity combines its reduced-mass race tuning with low mass, predictable controls, and stable braking so the pilot can carry speed through the whole course.

01 Design

The X1 Velocity's Alberto Vara styling combines a modern finish with details drawn from earlier designs.

02 Racing

Designed with a lightweight chassis to decreased the vehicles weight for blazing top speed.

03 X1 Velocity gravlev thrust

The X1 Velocity uses strong acceleration to carry speed from one corner or gate to the next.

04 X1 Velocity's hover and lean response

Predictable response lets the X1 Velocity hold a line while the course demands quick changes in direction.

Set up the X1 Velocity for the whole lap

The pilot controls the setup, braking points, racing line, and every correction made on the course.

Carry the X1 Velocity's speed through the technical sectors

The pilot sets up the X1 Velocity's reduced-mass race tuning for the course, then links braking, steering, and acceleration into a faster lap.

Setup Set response for the hardest sector

Course layout decides how the X1 Velocity should balance response, cooling, and fuel before the run.

Line Protect exit speed through each control input

For the X1 Velocity, course setup and smooth control inputs help the pilot carry the benefits of the reduced-mass race tuning from the first sector to the finish.

Review Review line, braking, heat, and control response

Aboard the X1 Velocity, after the run, the pilot reviews braking points, line choice, and how the reduced-mass race tuning behaved before adjusting the setup.

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