What is the difference between the NTR-R3 with Standalone FAL and the NTR-R3 with FAL Cylinders?

Both retain front axle lift functionality alongside the R3's 3-way independent adjustment, but they approach the FAL differently. The Standalone FAL replaces the factory system entirely with Nitron's own setup. The FAL Cylinders variant supplies new cylinders that integrate directly with the factory hydraulic lift system, keeping the OEM pump, wiring loom, and controller in place. If your Gallardo does not have the factory lift or you want to replace it entirely, the Standalone FAL is the correct route.

How does the Standalone FAL work, and does it affect the suspension setup?

The Nitron Standalone Front Axle Lift raises the front axle by 25mm using a 250W pump, lifting in under 3 seconds and returning to set ride height automatically once no longer needed. It operates independently of the damper setup and has no effect on how the car handles at normal ride height.

What is the practical difference between high speed and low speed compression adjustment on the R3?

Low speed compression controls damping response during slow suspension movements; body roll, weight transfer, and braking dive. High speed compression handles the faster inputs; road surface impacts, curbs, and sharp direction changes. Having independent control over both means you can tune body control and mechanical grip separately rather than making one adjustment that affects everything at once.

Is the NTR-R3 with Standalone FAL suitable for dedicated track use?

Yes. The R3 is a proven race winner with lap records across a wide range of international motorsport formulas. The Standalone FAL adds practical road usability without affecting track performance or the suspension setup once the car is back at normal ride height.

Can I run custom spring rates?

Yes. A recommended Fast Road Spec rate is available, but custom spring rates are available on request.

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Nitron NTR-R3 Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL for Lamborghini Gallardo

The Lamborghini Gallardo is a platform with genuine race car DNA, and the Nitron NTR-R3 Coilover Kit with Standalone FAL is built for drivers and engineers who want to take full advantage of it without the daily compromises that come with a lowered car. Independent 3-way damping adjustment with separate high and low speed compression control gives the range needed to properly dial the car in across different circuits and conditions. A large diameter piston and ultra-strong piston rod sit at the core of the design, providing the damping control and feedback that serious setups depend on, and that the Gallardo’s mid-engine balance rewards when the suspension is set up correctly. Both front and rear units use remote hose mounted reservoirs, keeping high and low speed compression adjustment accessible at both ends without adding complexity to the installation. The included Standalone FAL addresses the practical challenge of running a lowered Gallardo on public roads, raising the front axle by 25mm to clear driveways, speed bumps, and parking obstacles without affecting the suspension setup or how the car drives once conditions return to normal. The R3 is a proven race winner with lap records across a wide range of international motorsport formulas, and every kit is custom built, custom sprung, and fully serviceable.

The Nitron Front Axle Lift (FAL)

Running a lowered Lamborghini Gallardo on the road comes with a familiar set of frustrations; steep driveways, speed bumps, and parking lot ramps that sit just low enough to make every approach a calculation. The Nitron Standalone Front Axle Lift system is built around that specific problem. With 25mm of lift available at the front axle, it clears the obstacles that lowered ride heights make problematic without requiring any changes to the suspension setup and without affecting how the car performs once you’re back on the road or circuit. It’s a practical addition to a performance suspension package, not a compromise of one.
- 250W pump
- 25mm lift height
- Typical lift time under 3-seconds
- Audible in-cabin warning system
- Switch with built-in warning light
- Auto off function
- Protects your car from damage caused by steep driveways and speed bumps
- Compatible with a wide range of suspension setups

Specialized Bi-Axis Hose Fittings

Nitron R3 hose shocks use Nitron’s own 720-degree Bi-Axis fittings exclusively; a proprietary design that delivers clean, precise installation without the fitment compromises that come with conventional end fittings.

Unique Technology

Nitron builds every shock from precision components that go through a thorough design and development process long before final assembly. The modular construction gives engineers the flexibility to approach each application on its own terms without cutting corners on part quality or how components perform together under load. Everything is machined to tight tolerances and inspected individually by trained technicians; that quality control runs through every stage of production rather than being concentrated at the end. New materials, finishes, and processes are validated extensively before adoption, with proprietary Nitron technologies integrated throughout to produce shocks that consistently hold up against the competition on road and track. That engineering standard is what the brand has been built on since 1998.

Bespoke Engineering

Nitron doesn’t adapt a generic damper to fit the Lamborghini Gallardo; they engineer one around it. Every application goes through a dedicated development process where components, spring rates, and damping characteristics are determined by the specific platform, not borrowed from something close enough. The geometry, weight distribution, and suspension travel of the Gallardo are part of the design from the beginning, not corrections introduced later. That’s the difference between suspension that works with a car and suspension that was developed for it.

Features

Hose reservoir type
16 clicks of high compression
26 clicks of low compression
24 clicks of rebound
Preload adjuster
3-way independent adjustment
Full alloy body
Nitron FAL raises 25mm at the shock
Consists of 4 coilovers, reservoirs, hoses, and top mounts (+FAL kit)
FAL kit contains all components (cylinders, hydraulic lines, pump, wiring loom and controller)
Hand made to order

Specifications

Coilover Type: NTR-R3 with standalone FAL
Adjustment Type: 3-way independent
Adjustment: 16 clicks of high compression / 26 clicks of low compression / 24 clicks of rebound
Reservoir Type: Hose
Rear Suspension Type: OEM
Droplinks Included: No
Recommended Spring Rates:
- FRS – Fast Road Spec:
  - Front: 800lbs/inch (140N/mm)
  - Rear: 800lbs/inch (140N/mm)

Applications

Lamborghini Gallardo: LP560-4 | 2003-2013

Other Suspension Kits for Lamborghini Gallardo

Notes

Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the NTR-R3 with Standalone FAL and the NTR-R3 with FAL Cylinders? Both retain front axle lift functionality alongside the R3’s 3-way independent adjustment, but they approach the FAL differently. The Standalone FAL replaces the factory system entirely with Nitron’s own setup. The FAL Cylinders variant supplies new cylinders that integrate directly with the factory hydraulic lift system, keeping the OEM pump, wiring loom, and controller in place. If your Gallardo does not have the factory lift or you want to replace it entirely, the Standalone FAL is the correct route.
How does the Standalone FAL work, and does it affect the suspension setup? The Nitron Standalone Front Axle Lift raises the front axle by 25mm using a 250W pump, lifting in under 3 seconds and returning to set ride height automatically once no longer needed. It operates independently of the damper setup and has no effect on how the car handles at normal ride height.
What is the practical difference between high speed and low speed compression adjustment on the R3? Low speed compression controls damping response during slow suspension movements; body roll, weight transfer, and braking dive. High speed compression handles the faster inputs; road surface impacts, curbs, and sharp direction changes. Having independent control over both means you can tune body control and mechanical grip separately rather than making one adjustment that affects everything at once.
Is the NTR-R3 with Standalone FAL suitable for dedicated track use? Yes. The R3 is a proven race winner with lap records across a wide range of international motorsport formulas. The Standalone FAL adds practical road usability without affecting track performance or the suspension setup once the car is back at normal ride height.
Can I run custom spring rates? Yes. A recommended Fast Road Spec rate is available, but custom spring rates are available on request.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.

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Nitron NTR-R3 Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL for Lamborghini Gallardo

The Nitron Front Axle Lift (FAL)

Specialized Bi-Axis Hose Fittings

Unique Technology

Bespoke Engineering

Features

Specifications

Applications

Other Suspension Kits for Lamborghini Gallardo

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions

About Nitron Suspension

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