Race-ready and brutally fast — the Bianchi Aquila RC with SRAM Force eTap AXS is a fully integrated, carbon-frame TT/triathlon machine designed for maximum aerodynamic efficiency and blistering pace. With a 12-speed wireless drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, and time-trial-optimized geometry, it’s built to shave seconds off your time — ideal for triathlons, time-trials and solo efforts where every watt counts.

Long Description

Engineered by Bianchi’s “Reparto Corse” team for pure speed, the Aquila RC Force eTap AXS blends advanced aerodynamics, race-oriented geometry, and high-performance components to give you a competitive edge. Every detail — from the aggressive seat-tube angle to the fully integrated cockpit — is optimized for time-trial and triathlon performance.

Frame & Fork

• Frame: Bianchi Aquila carbon frameset, fully internal cable routing, disc-brake ready (flat-mount 140/160 mm)

• Fork: Full carbon, disc-brake ready, thru-axle 12 × 100 mm. Maximum tyre clearance: 28 mm (ETRTO 622-28)

• Bottom Bracket: PressFit 86.5 × 41 mm

• Rear Axle / Thru-Axle: 12 × 142 mm

• Tire Clearance: Up to 28 mm (700c)

• Sizes: Small (SM), Medium (MD), Large (LG)

Drivetrain & Groupset

• Shifters: SRAM S-900 Aero HRD with remote switches — fully aero / tri-bar compatible setup 

• Groupset: SRAM Force eTap AXS E1, 12-speed (front & rear derailleurs electronic, wireless)

• Crankset: SRAM Force E1, 50×37T chainrings. Crank length: 165 mm (SM), 170 mm (MD), 172.5 mm (LG) 

• Cassette: SRAM Force XG-1270 E1, 10-33T (10-11-12-13-14-15-17-19-21-24-28-33)

• Chain: SRAM Force E1 12-speed

• Bottom Bracket: SRAM PressFit Road 86.5 × 41 mm 

Wheels, Cockpit & Contact Points

• Wheels: Velomann Plutonium carbon wheels, 50 mm profile rims, 700 × 21c, 24-hole, XDR body — aero-optimised for TT/triathlon use.

• Tyres: Pirelli P Zero Race SL TLR, 28-622 mm (120 TPI), offering low rolling resistance and high-speed efficiency.

• Handlebar / Stem / Cockpit: Integrated aero cockpit from Bianchi Reparto Corse by Vision, with tri-bar extensions (Vision JS-bend Carbon) compatible with further aero extensions — designed for minimal drag and maximum adjustability.

• Seatpost: Bianchi custom airfoil-shaped carbon seatpost with Ritchey-rail offset. Lengths: 280 mm (SM), 300 mm (MD), 350 mm (LG)

• Saddle: Triathlon-specific saddle — Selle Italia Watt 3D, manganese rails, built for comfort in aerodynamic position.

Geometry & Aero Features

• Seat tube angle: 77.5° — aggressive position optimizing power transfer and aero posture.

• Geometry: Sizes S/M/L. Designed to support a powerful, aero, forward-leaning TT / triathlon position while maintaining stability at speed.

• Aerodynamics: The frame was developed with extensive wind-tunnel and real-world testing (including a simulated rider-movement rig) to minimize drag. Output: ~16.1 W savings at 50 km/h compared to previous generation; ~37 seconds saved over a 40.7 km TT.

Purpose & Best Use Cases

This build of the Aquila RC is purpose-designed for:

• Triathlon events — where aerodynamic efficiency and power delivery are critical.

• Time-trial races — quick, responsive, aero-optimized for maximal speed.

• Solo efforts and flat to rolling terrain rides where maintaining high average speeds matters.