Nitron elec-TRON R3 with Front Axle Lift – BMW F82 M4 / M4 Competition
Nitron elec-TRON R3 with Front Axle Lift for BMW F82 M4 / M4 Competition combines real-time electronic damping control, the R3's 3-way manual adjustment and Nitron's hydraulic front lift system.
The R3 provides 24 rebound positions, 26 low-speed compression settings and 16 high-speed compression settings. The elec-TRON valve operates across a 300–1800 mA range with a 6–8 millisecond response time, while FAL raises the front axle by 25 mm at the shock.
Key features
- Nitron proportional solenoid valve electronic damping control
- Independent wheel-by-wheel damping control
- 300–1800 mA operating range
- 6–8 millisecond full hard-to-full soft valve response
- Piston-rod mounted valve controlling shim-stack bleed
- Gas-pressurised monotube damper architecture
- Adjustable front top mounts and race springs
- Manual high-speed compression adjustment: 16 settings
- Manual low-speed compression adjustment: 26 settings
- Reservoir configuration: piggyback
- Includes adjustable drop links
- Front Axle Lift raises the front axle by 25 mm at the shock
- 250 W hydraulic pump
- Typical lift / lower time under 3 seconds
- Complete hydraulic system including cylinders, hydraulic lines, pump, wiring loom and controller
- Audible in-cabin warning and illuminated dashboard control
Fitment
Fitment: F82 M4 / M4 Competition. Models: M4, M4 Competition. Nitron application years: 14–20.
Ordering and specification
Specification: before the kit is built we will normally confirm how the car is used, tyre choice, ride height and any relevant supporting modifications, then finalise the spring and damper specification with Nitron.
Why Swift Performance?
Swift Performance works directly with Nitron as a BMW development partner and has direct experience with Nitron elec-TRON systems on BMW platforms. That includes the suspension hardware, electronic control requirements, installation, commissioning and final chassis setup.
We can confirm the correct dampers and control hardware before the system is built, supply it for delivery, or install and commission it in-house with ride-height setup, four-wheel alignment and an appropriate baseline setup.
Frequently asked questions
How does elec-TRON control damping?
A proportional solenoid valve on each damper controls damping electronically at each wheel.
What does the system respond to?
The system can respond to inputs including G-force, vehicle speed, road surface and driver inputs.
Can Swift Performance fit and commission the system?
Yes. We can install the suspension and electronic control hardware, then complete the ride-height and alignment setup.