What Will Tudor's Next Pelagos GMT Look Like?

Every watch in Tudor's Pelagos lineup is lightweight (titanium or carbon composite), robust, and purpose-driven, whether as a dive watch or a chronograph. That’s why the FXD GMT ‘Zulu Time’—the first-ever dual-time watch in the Pelagos family—made so much sense when it launched in late October 2024.

Without sacrificing the 200M water resistance rating of past FXDs, the FXD GMT 'Zulu Time' shaves thickness while adding the traveler's complication, and even introduces METAS 'Master Chronometer' certification to the Pelagos collection. (More on METAS ‘Master Chronometer’ certification here.)

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For some, the fixed-lug configuration may seem limiting. The FXD platform means straps are the only option, and while there are plenty of cool pass-through straps out there, it may steer some bracelet-loving buyers toward something like the new Black Bay 58 GMT.

With Watches and Wonders 2025 approaching, it’s worth wondering how Tudor might expand the Pelagos GMT concept. A new FXD GMT variant? A Pelagos 39 GMT? A full-size  Pelagos GMT on a bracelet? Each would have a unique impact.

Will Tudor Expand the FXD GMT?

When the first Pelagos FXD debuted in 2021, it wasn’t long before we saw the carbon ‘Alinghi Red Bull Racing’ FXDs, the FXD Black, the ‘Cycling Edition’ Chrono, and the FXD GMT. If the past few years have proven anything, it’s that Tudor doesn’t hesitate to iterate on a successful model.

The simplest play here would be a non-‘Zulu Time’ variant of the FXD GMT—one that keeps the same blueprint but changes the color palette, perhaps losing the Marine Nationale connection. A version resembling the FXD Black, with crisp white lume and red dial text, would make a lot of sense. Of course, this could take on any number of color configurations—what would you like to see? Let us know in the comments below.

The Pelagos 39 GMT – The Most Wearable Option?

A Pelagos 39 GMT would be a game-changer. It would retain the compact, highly wearable proportions of the P39 while adding dual-time functionality. If it followed in the 39's footsteps, it would also likely include a T-Fit clasp. This would be the ultimate travel watch.

The MT5450-U movement, Tudor’s thinnest GMT caliber yet, would be the perfect fit for a Pelagos 39 GMT. However, the FXD GMT’s use of the older MT5652-U—a derivation of the Black Bay GMT and Black Bay Pro movement—suggests that Tudor isn’t in a hurry to roll out the newer caliber across all models. (More on these movements in a bit.)

The Full-Size Pelagos GMT

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The original Pelagos hasn’t seen an update since 2015 (pictured above), and its bracelet has remained unchanged (to my knowledge) since the model’s launch in 2012. If Tudor introduces a full-size Pelagos GMT, it wouldn’t just be a new model—it would likely come with other refinements.

A new bracelet with an updated Pelagos clasp would make sense. The full-size Pelagos is the only dive watch in Tudor’s lineup with the self-adjusting four-point clasp. With this year marking ten years since the last major update to the core Pelagos, now would be a logical time for Tudor to revisit the concept. A 42mm Pelagos GMT with a bracelet would break the watch internet for at least a day or two.

The Movement Question: Will Tudor Use the MT5450-U?

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The FXD GMT uses the MT5652-U, a movement that’s been around for nearly seven years. It’s a great movement, but Tudor’s latest MT5450-U GMT caliber—found in the Black Bay 58 GMT—is a whole 1.2mm thinner.

Movement thickness doesn’t seem to be a major concern here, however. The FXD GMT is 12.7mm thick, 2mm thinner than the Black Bay GMT (equipped with effectively the same movement), showing that Tudor has plenty of flexibility in case design. If Tudor opts for a Pelagos 39 GMT, and wants to keep the sub-12mm thickness, it would make sense to transition to the MT5450-U. 

Would Tudor Really Release Another Pelagos GMT This Soon?

The biggest counterpoint to all of this is simple: Tudor just released its first-ever Pelagos GMT. Why would they follow it up so quickly?

It’s a fair question, but there’s also a compelling reason to expand the lineup sooner rather than later. The fixed-lug design of the FXD GMT limits its appeal (by how much I don't know), and a bracelet-equipped version would open the door to even more would-be Pelagos GMT buyers.

Final Thoughts: Where Does Tudor Go From Here?

The FXD GMT was a long-awaited watch, and it didn’t disappoint. But it also raised new possibilities for the Pelagos line. A new FXD GMT colorway feels like the most likely next step, but a Pelagos 39 GMT would be a smash hit (and probably a watch I'd end up with). A full-size Pelagos GMT would be an even bigger shake-up, especially if it comes with a new bracelet and other refinements after ten years of waiting.

Whether it happens in 2025 or later, more Pelagos GMTs are coming—it’s just a matter of when and in what form.

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